What is the distance between Orleans and Lyon?

The distance separating Orleans and Lyon is 204 miles (328 km).

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

If you're headed to Lyon from Orleans, chances are that your bus will leave from Avenue de la Libération and arrive at Lyon Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off 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 Parc de la Tête d'Or, Musée des Tissus, Aquarium Grand Lyon, Walk along the Rhône and Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation.

Bus Orleans to Lyon from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Orleans to Lyon on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 40m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:50am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	7h 55m	7:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	9h 30m	11:05am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 10m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 45m	6:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Orleans to Lyon on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 40m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:35am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	7h 10m	8:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:25am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 10m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 45m	6:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	7h 55m	7:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Orleans to Lyon on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:35am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	7h 10m	8:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:25am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 10m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 45m	6:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	7h 55m	7:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 40m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Orleans to Lyon on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:00pm	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	9h 15m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 45m	6:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Orleans to Lyon on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	7h 55m	7:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 45m	6:45pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 40m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 30m	4:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Orleans - Av George Pompidou	8h 45m	8:35pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Orleans to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

204 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $151	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $79	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Orleans and Lyon?

Stops in Orleans

A
Avenue de la Libération
2 Avenue de la Libération, 45000 Orléans, France
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B
Orléans Sud (Université)
D2271, 45160 Olivet, France
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C
Orléans Pompidou
Avenue Georges Pompidou, 45380 La Chapelle Saint Mesmin , France
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D
Orléans Bus Stop
8 Place de l'Étape, 45000 Orléans, France
E
Gares d'Orléans
4, Rue Albert 1er, 45000 Gare-Pasteur-Saint Vincent
F
Arrêt d'autobus Orléans
19 Avenue de la Libération, 45000 Orléans, France

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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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
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Orleans to Lyon by bus

What is the distance between Orleans and Lyon?
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What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/19

$40

11/20

$37

Today

$38

11/22

$31

11/23

$39

11/24

$31

11/25

$24

11/26

$29

The cheapest trip from Orleans to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $102 for a bus ticket from Orleans to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-25.