How much does a bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid cost?

The bus ticket price from Lyon to Madrid starts at R 622. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lyon to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Madrid?

The average travel time between Lyon and Madrid is around 19h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 914 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Lyon and Madrid?

The number of buses from Lyon to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lyon to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Lyon to Madrid?

When taking the bus from Lyon to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Madrid?

Buses travelling between Lyon and Madrid leave from Lyon Airport or Perrache and arrive at Estación Sur, Madrid-Barajas Airport, Avenida de América Metro.

Bus Lyon to Madrid from R 565 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	20:30	Perrache	19h 30m	16:00	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Perrache	22h 30m	12:30	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	05:10	Perrache	16h 35m	21:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	19h 25m	00:40	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	05:10	Perrache	16h 35m	21:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	19h 25m	00:40	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	Perrache	18h 30m	09:30	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	05:10	Perrache	16h 10m	21:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	20h	00:40	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	05:10	Perrache	16h 10m	21:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Perrache	16h 10m	21:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	05:10	Perrache	16h 10m	21:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	19h 25m	00:40	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	10:30	Perrache	19h 5m	05:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Perrache	22h 30m	12:30	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	20:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	17h 15m	14:05	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	07:30	Aéroport LYS	1d 1h	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Madrid

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 622, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

19h 25mAverage duration

899 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 622 - R 6 158	Average duration19h 25m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 836 - R 3 050	Average duration22h 50m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 142 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

ALSA

4.5/560 787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Based on 60787 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 393

ALSA Lyon Madrid recent customer reviews

Loved that there were screens to watch movies during the travel time. However we were quite delayed arriving in Madrid, making it difficult to use the time necessary for activities that were planned.

Veronica Ines Y.

4 December 2019

There needs to be someone that lets passengers know that the bus is running late so we can attempt to make other plans. I missed work, because my bus was three hours late.

Taylor R.

8 July 2019

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Madrid?

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Stops in Madrid

A - Estación Sur

B - Madrid-Barajas Airport

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Madrid by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid cost?
The bus ticket price from Lyon to Madrid starts at R 622. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lyon to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Madrid?
The average travel time between Lyon and Madrid is around 19h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 914 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Lyon and Madrid?
The number of buses from Lyon to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lyon to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Lyon to Madrid?
When taking the bus from Lyon to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Madrid?
Buses travelling between Lyon and Madrid leave from Lyon Airport or Perrache and arrive at Estación Sur, Madrid-Barajas Airport, Avenida de América Metro.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

17/11

R 3 224

18/11

R 3 546

Today

R 2 301

20/11

R 1 482

21/11

R 966

22/11

R 960

23/11

R 819

24/11

R 966

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Madrid was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of R 819

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Madrid as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 819 to R 3 546 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 819, which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually FlixBus 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.