Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 13 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 11142 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $50
Based on 60785 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $90
Based on 1946 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $36
Based on 19 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. KLR Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $76
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to Lyon by bus
How far is Madrid from Lyon?
The distance between the two cities is 567 miles (914 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Lyon?
Most of the buses traveling from Madrid to Lyon leave from Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Perrache. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?
Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Old Town, Parc de la Tête d'Or, La Place des Terreaux/Bartholdi Fountain, Musée des Tissus and Walk along the Rhône.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/17
$96
11/18
$85
Today
$88
11/20
$73
11/21
$47
11/22
$55
11/23
$40
11/24
$59
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $40
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Lyon, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $40 to $217 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-11-23.
Usually FlixBus, 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.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $40
