How much is the bus ticket from Paris to Lyon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Paris to Lyon start from $9. The average price for this route is around $29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Paris to Lyon?

The average bus trip duration from Paris to Lyon is 6h, covering a distance of 238 miles (383 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Paris to Lyon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus , FlixBus , Itabus , ALSA , INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paris to Lyon?

The earliest bus departs from Paris to Lyon at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paris to Lyon?

A bus trip from Paris to Lyon generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Paris 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 61223 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paris 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 has the most timely service from Paris to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Paris to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Paris to Lyon from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures for Paris to Lyon on February 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Bercy Seine	6h 10m	1:40pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:20pm	Paris - Orly Airport (ORY), P5 parking	5h 10m	4:30am	Lyon (Gerland)	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Bercy Seine	5h 35m	2:40pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Bercy Seine	6h 25m	4:55am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	6h 15m	6:30pm	Lyon (Gerland)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Paris to Lyon

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 1 hour 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 56mAverage Duration

243 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $219	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $206	Average Duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $87	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Paris and Lyon?

Stops in Paris

A
Porte Maillot
24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France
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B
Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France
C
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
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D
Paris (Pont de Levallois)
7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
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E
Orly Airport
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F
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
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Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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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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Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,405 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to 36 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the wifi, but some complained about the timeliness. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $15

BlaBlaBus Paris Lyon recent customer reviews

It was a great trip. The bus was timely. Staff were willing to assist, and it was a smooth and stressfree journey. Merci beaucoup.

Samuel O.

March 26, 2024

No legroom as per standard. Bus was broken so we had to keep stopping so the driver could try and fix it enough to get us to Lyon. Driver was great

Anneka A.

September 11, 2019

the driver of the Lyon to Paris ride was very rude

Moho P.

May 13, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/512,190 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Flixbus Paris Lyon recent customer reviews

Delayed by 30 minutes. Gate was incorrect when displayed on screen. One of the drivers handling the luggage was extremely rude

Gavin B.

August 19, 2025

All was good

Laila S.

February 25, 2025

Itabus

4/5975 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi3.1

ALSA

4.5/561,260 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

FR bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paris to Lyon by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Paris to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paris to Lyon start from $9. The average price for this route is around $29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Paris to Lyon?
The average bus trip duration from Paris to Lyon is 6h, covering a distance of 238 miles (383 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Paris to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Itabus, ALSA, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paris to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Paris to Lyon at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paris to Lyon?
A bus trip from Paris to Lyon generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Paris 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 61223 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paris 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 has the most timely service from Paris to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Paris to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

02/05

$39

02/06

$42

Today

$13

02/08

$14

02/09

$16

02/10

$16

02/11

$14

02/12

$14

The cheapest trip from Paris to Lyon was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $123 for a bus ticket from Paris to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-02-08.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Paris to Lyon?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h	Avg Price$29	Daily Departures61
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 56m	Avg Price$67	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h 40m	Avg Price$41	Daily Departures36