The cheapest and fastest buses from Tarragona to Lyon
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarragona to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Lyon will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 1 buses that leave Tarragona for Lyon on Sat, Nov 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 591 km distance in an average of 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 10 h 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Tarragona to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €18.
Distance: 591 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €129 Average price | €65 Average price |
10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tarragona to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Lyon buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:50 AM Tarragona | 10h20 | 10:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tarragona to Lyon
Buses from Tarragona to Lyon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 591 km distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 591 km |
Average bus duration 9h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Tarragona to LyonYou can travel by bus between Tarragona to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tarragona to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona 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 Tarragona, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Tarragona, Estació d'autobusos (Pl. Imperial Tàrraco), Tarragona and Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. When arriving in Lyon, you can end your route in coach stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Gare Perrache and Lyon, Aéroport Saint Exupéry.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Tarragona, Estació d'autobusos (Pl. Imperial Tàrraco), which is located around 0.6 miles (942 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Tarragona to Lyon
- 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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