The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Lyon
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
531 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Lyon will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 22 buses that leave Barcelona for Lyon on Fri, Nov 07, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 531 km distance in an average of 6 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 329 miles (531 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€62 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price | €214 Average price |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Barcelona to Lyon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Live departures
Barcelona to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Lyon buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 2:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h50 | 10:55 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h45 | 2:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h55 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h55 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 9h00 | 5:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h30 | 5:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 8h20 | 6:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 6:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
83134 | 11:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h00 | 7:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 9h55 | 11:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h25 | 11:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h05 | 4:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
93130 | 10:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h00 | 7:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h50 | 9:10 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 9h25 | 10:55 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Lyon
Distance 329 miles (531 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Barcelona to Lyon start from as low as $26 (€21) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $76 (€62) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Barcelona to LyonYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Lyon by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Barcelona, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants, Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0). When arriving in Lyon, you can end your journey in bus stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, a stunning 19th-century basilica offering panoramic views of the city
- Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Renaissance architecture and narrow cobblestone streets
- Parc de la Tête d'Or, a large urban park featuring a zoo, botanical garden, and lake
- Musée des Confluences, a modern science and anthropology museum with innovative exhibits
- Place Bellecour, one of Europe's largest open squares, ideal for shopping and dining.
- Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, a renowned indoor market offering gourmet food and local specialties
- Take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône for a unique view of the city
- Explore the traboules, secret passageways in Vieux Lyon
- Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon, known for its diverse program
- Visit the Institut Lumière, dedicated to the history of cinema.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Barcelona to Lyon, follow these tips:
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- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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