The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to Lyon
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Lyon will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 17 buses that leave Paris for Lyon on Tue, Nov 18, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct buses cover the 393 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €121.
Distance: 393 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price | €223 Average price |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Paris to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Lyon buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h50 | 11:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h05 | 1:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
94765 | 8:05 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 1:35 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h15 | 2:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h20 | 3:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h50 | 5:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5131 | 11:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h15 | 5:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h05 | 10:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h35 | 10:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50107 | 5:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 11:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 12:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 12:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 2:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
83133 | 9:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h50 | 3:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h25 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:50 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 6h05 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h45 | 3:50 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5133 | 10:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 4:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4787 | 10:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h25 | 4:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 5:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h35 | 5:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Lyon
Buses from Paris to Lyon run on average 31 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 31 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 393 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 393 km |
Average bus duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar from Paris to LyonYou can travel by bus between Paris to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Paris to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Lyon by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Paris, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle, Paris, Gare Paris Bercy, Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne) and Paris, Roissypôle Bus Station. When arriving in Lyon, you can end your trip in coach stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2.6 miles (4.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris to Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot Parisien (0.2 km)
- Brasserie Roissy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 350, 351, 93 Train: RER B
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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