How much does a bus ticket from Lyon to Barcelona cost?

The bus ticket price from Lyon to Barcelona starts at R 490. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lyon to Barcelona is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Barcelona?

The average travel time between Lyon and Barcelona is around 9h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 532 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Lyon and Barcelona?

The number of buses from Lyon to Barcelona can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lyon to Barcelona by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Lyon to Barcelona?

When taking the bus from Lyon to Barcelona, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Barcelona?

Buses travelling between Lyon and Barcelona leave from Lyon Airport or Perrache and arrive at Estació del Nord de Barcelona, Barcelona Sants, Barcelona Airport.

Bus Lyon to Barcelona from R 423 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:30	Perrache	9h	16:30	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
10:05	Perrache	8h 45m	18:50	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
10:30	Perrache	9h 30m	20:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
10:30	Aéroport LYS	16h 25m	02:55	Barcelona Nord	No tags
10:30	Perrache	9h 30m	20:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05	Perrache	8h 45m	18:50	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
20:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 10m	05:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
13:30	Aéroport LYS	14h 45m	04:15	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 55m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
04:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 25m	12:30	Barcelona Nord	No tags
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
14:00	Aéroport LYS	12h 55m	02:55	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:30	Perrache	9h	16:30	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
04:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 25m	12:30	Barcelona Nord	No tags
05:10	Perrache	7h 35m	12:45	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	No tags
07:30	Aéroport LYS	15h 10m	22:40	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:55	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 30m	08:25	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
04:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 25m	12:30	Barcelona Nord	No tags
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
08:30	Aéroport LYS	14h 10m	22:40	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 25m	12:30	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
10:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 55m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	No tags
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
08:30	Aéroport LYS	14h 10m	22:40	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
04:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	8h 25m	12:30	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	11h 45m	17:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
05:10	Perrache	7h 19m	12:29	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
07:30	Aéroport LYS	15h 10m	22:40	Barcelona Nord	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Barcelona

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 524, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

6h 40mAverage duration

532 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 490 - R 3 136	Average duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 010 - R 3 233	Average duration6h 23m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 524 - R 1 809	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Bus Lyon to Barcelona: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 941

Average bus trip duration9h 20m

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure00:55

Distance529 km

Latest bus departure23:55

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 084 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

According to 21 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 3.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the temperature, but some complained about the timeliness. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 500

BlaBlaBus Lyon Barcelona recent customer reviews

When I asked for help I only received emails that told me changing the reservation was easy. It was not. I wasted too much money this way!

Debbra H.

12 April 2022

Well I actually booked ouibus which was supposed to leave by 23:55. At the end I left with BlaBlaCar 3:20 am

Yonas R.

13 November 2019

It was fine

Eleodora L.

9 December 2024

ALSA

4.5/560 655 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Based on 60655 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 205

Alsa Internacional SLU Lyon Barcelona recent customer reviews

The actual departing place at the bus stop in Lyon is impossible to find, it would be nice if there was a sign which indicates where the Alsa buses are departing. And also there was a delay of almost 2 hours, and there was no information at all.

Pascal N.

9 December 2022

KLR Bus

4/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness5

WiFi4.5

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Lyon to Barcelona Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Barcelona?

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Stops in Barcelona

A - Estació del Nord de Barcelona

B - Barcelona Sants

C - Barcelona Airport

D - Carrer de Numància, 165

E - Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia

F - Zona Universitaria

Frequently asked questions on the trip Lyon - Barcelona

How much does a bus ticket from Lyon to Barcelona cost?
The bus ticket price from Lyon to Barcelona starts at R 490. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lyon to Barcelona is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Barcelona?
The average travel time between Lyon and Barcelona is around 9h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 532 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Lyon and Barcelona?
The number of buses from Lyon to Barcelona can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lyon to Barcelona by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Lyon to Barcelona?
When taking the bus from Lyon to Barcelona, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Barcelona?
Buses travelling between Lyon and Barcelona leave from Lyon Airport or Perrache and arrive at Estació del Nord de Barcelona, Barcelona Sants, Barcelona Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02/11

R 841

03/11

R 1 197

Today

R 441

05/11

R 599

06/11

R 735

07/11

R 1 049

08/11

R 462

09/11

R 441

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Barcelona was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of R 441

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

You can expect to pay from R 441 to R 2 276 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 441, which is on 2025-11-09.

Usually ALSA, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Lyon and Barcelona!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Lyon to Barcelona, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lyon to Barcelona will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Lyon to Barcelona while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 20m	Avg priceR 941	Daily departures15
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time6h 23m	Avg priceR 1 937	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time6h 40m	Avg priceR 1 018	Daily departures4

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