Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Estación Autobuses | Lyon (Gerland) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Estación Autobuses | Lyon | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Estación Autobuses | LYON | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estación Autobuses | Lyon (Gerland) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estación Autobuses | Aéroport LYS | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bilbao to Lyon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just R 747, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 670 - R 4 067 | Average duration17h 50m | 17kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 747 - R 1 823 | Average duration9h | 28kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and Lyon?
Stops in Bilbao
- ACalle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
- BAbaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
- C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain - E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain - F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
Stops in Lyon
- ARue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- B
Lyon Airport
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to Lyon by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bilbao to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bilbao to Lyon start at R 670. The average price for this route is around R 1 664. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bilbao to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Bilbao to Lyon is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 675 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Bilbao to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bilbao to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Bilbao to Lyon at 06:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bilbao to Lyon?
A bus trip from Bilbao to Lyon produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bilbao to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bilbao to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bilbao to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bilbao to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Lyon was searched and found on 18 Jan 2026 with a price of R 622To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bilbao to Lyon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 622 to R 2 331 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 622, which is on 2026-01-18.
Usually ALSA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
