Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bercy Seine | Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Paris - Orly Airport (ORY), P5 parking | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Bercy Seine | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3 | Gare routière de Gerland | No tags | ||||
BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa + BlaBlaCar Bus | Bus | Paris Orly Airport (ORY) | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bercy Seine | Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bercy Seine | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3 | Gare routière de Gerland | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Paris to Lyon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just NOK 96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Paris and Lyon?
Stops in Paris
- A
Paris (Pont de Levallois)
7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France - B
Porte Maillot
24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France - C
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France - D
Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France
Stops in Lyon
- B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France - 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 travelling 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 NOK 96. The average price for this route is around NOK 294. 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 travel time from Paris to Lyon is 6h, covering a distance of 394 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 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 43 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times 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 9.838475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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 62369 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paris to Lyon?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Paris to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Paris to Lyon was searched and found on Jul 7, 2026 with a price of NOK 238To 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 NOK 238 to NOK 1,887 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 NOK 238 which is on 2026-07-07.
Usually FlixBus 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
