What is the travel distance from Saintes to Lyon?

About 265 miles (426 km) separate Saintes and Lyon.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Saintes to Lyon start their journey at Saintes and wind up at Perrache. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into 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 Walk along the Rhône, Musée des Beaux Arts, Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation and La Place des Terreaux/Bartholdi Fountain.

Bus Saintes to Lyon from $54 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Saintes to Lyon on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Saintes	13h 25m	12:25pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Saintes	9h 45m	8:45am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Saintes	10h 45m	5:10pm	Perrache	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Saintes	14h 40m	2:30pm	Perrache	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Saintes	10h 45m	5:10pm	Perrache	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Saintes 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 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

264 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $72	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$55 - $55	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,136 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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

Where are the popular stops in Saintes and Lyon?

Stops in Saintes

A - Saintes

B - Gare Routière de Saintes

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saintes to Lyon by bus

What is the travel distance from Saintes to Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Saintes to Lyon?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?