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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Estación Autobuses | LYON | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 21:41 CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Bilbao to Lyon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£33 - £188 | Average duration16h 20m | 17kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£51 - £51 | Average duration9h 40m | 28kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and Lyon?
Stops in Bilbao
- ACalle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
- BAbaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
- C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain - E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain - F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
Stops in Lyon
- ARue 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 - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bilbao to Lyon
How far is Lyon from Bilbao by coach?
The distance between Bilbao and Lyon by coach is approximately 420 miles (677 km).
Is there a way to reach Lyon from Bilbao without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Lyon was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bilbao to Lyon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £41 to £130 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £41, which is on 2025-11-28.
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.
