What's the distance between Rouen and Lyon by coach?

The journey from Rouen to Lyon by coach covers an approximate distance of 309 miles (499 km).

What is the best way to go from Rouen to Lyon without flying?

To travel from Rouen to Lyon without flying, you can take the coaches. 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.

Bus Rouen to Lyon from £20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rouen to Lyon on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 30m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:50	Rouen - Zénith Parc Expo (côté hotel ibis)	10h 40m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:25	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 50m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Rouen to Lyon on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 30m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:50	Rouen - Zénith Parc Expo (côté hotel ibis)	10h 40m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:15	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	9h	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Rouen to Lyon on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 30m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	19:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	9h 30m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Rouen to Lyon on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	9h 30m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Rouen to Lyon on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	9h 30m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Rouen to Lyon on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 45m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Rouen to Lyon on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 30m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:50	Rouen - Zénith Parc Expo (côté hotel ibis)	10h 40m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:15	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	9h	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:15	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	9h 5m	05:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Rouen to Lyon on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:45	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 30m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:50	Rouen - Zénith Parc Expo (côté hotel ibis)	10h 40m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:25	Rouen (Avenue Champlain)	8h 50m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rouen to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 50mAverage duration

309 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £104	Average duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£42 - £171	Average duration4h 44m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£26 - £51	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rouen and Lyon?

Stops in Rouen

A
Rouen (Avenue Champlain)
33 Avenue Champlain , 76100 Rouen , France
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B
Halte routière de Rouen
11 Rue des Charrettes, 76000 Rouen, France
C
3602 Quai du Havre
3602 Quai du Havre, 76000 Rouen, France
D
2 Place du Général de Gaulle
2 Place du Général de Gaulle, 76000 Rouen, France

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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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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Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rouen to Lyon

What's the distance between Rouen and Lyon by coach?
The journey from Rouen to Lyon by coach covers an approximate distance of 309 miles (499 km).
What is the best way to go from Rouen to Lyon without flying?
To travel from Rouen to Lyon without flying, you can take the coaches. 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.

Best price found

20/11

£30

21/11

£43

Today

£34

23/11

£51

24/11

£23

25/11

£28

26/11

£28

27/11

£23

The cheapest trip from Rouen to Lyon was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rouen to Lyon as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £23 to £60 for a bus ticket from Rouen to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-11-24.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rouen to Lyon?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 5m	Avg price£30	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 44m	Avg price£127	Daily departures11
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 50m	Avg price£41	Daily departures2