The cheapest and fastest buses from Nantes to Lyon
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
516 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nantes to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lyon will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 16 buses that leave Nantes for Lyon on Sun, Apr 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct buses cover the 516 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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.
87086 · 51335:00 PM12h20Nantes, Route de Paris5:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$471One-way1 transfer
50816 · 947811:40 PM12h00Nantes, Route de Paris1:40 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$501One-way1 transfer
87086 · 47875:00 PM12h25Nantes, Route de Paris5:25 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$531One-way1 transfer
50025 · 31689:45 AM12h20Nantes, Route de Paris10:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$691One-way1 transfer
7240411:35 PM9h10Nantes, Route de Paris8:45 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$711One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM6h30Nantes3:30 PMLyon$1081One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM6h40Nantes6:40 PMLyon$781One-way0 transfers
8:40 AM7h10Nantes3:50 PMLyon$851One-way0 transfers
7240411:35 PM9h10Nantes, Route de Paris8:45 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$711One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:10 AM10h05Nantes6:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $59.
Distance: 320 miles (516 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$51 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price | $125 Average price |
9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Nantes to Lyon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Live departures
Nantes to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lyon buses for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72404 | 9:35 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 9h10 | 6:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Nantes | 12h35 | 10:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, April 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Nantes | 10h05 | 4:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50025 · 3168 | 7:45 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 12h20 | 8:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Nantes | 13h05 | 9:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Nantes | 12h25 | 11:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Nantes | 12h40 | 12:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
50816 · 94781 | 11:40 AM Nantes, Route de Paris | 12h00 | 11:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Nantes | 12h50 | 3:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
87086 · 5133 | 3:00 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 12h20 | 3:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
87086 · 4787 | 3:00 PM Nantes, Route de Paris | 12h25 | 3:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Nantes | 12h15 | 4:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Nantes | 10h15 | 4:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Lyon
Buses from Nantes to Lyon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 320 miles (516 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 320 miles (516 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Nantes to LyonYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $29 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nantes to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nantes to Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, 11, 12 Tram: 1
- 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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