How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Barcelona?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Barcelona start at R 358. The average price for this route is around R 771. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Barcelona?

The average bus journey time from Lyon to Barcelona is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 540 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 19m and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Barcelona route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA , Sindbad , KLR Bus , INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Barcelona?

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Barcelona at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Barcelona?

A bus trip from Lyon to Barcelona produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Lyon to Barcelona?

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 61288 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Barcelona?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Barcelona?

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 Lyon to Barcelona?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lyon to Barcelona from R 420 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Lyon (Gerland)	8h 55m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	03:35	Lyon (Gerland)	9h 25m	13:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 35m	13:15	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	No tags
Bus	07:30	Aéroport LYS	15h 10m	22:40	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 21 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Lyon (Gerland)	8h 55m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	04:10	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	8h 20m	12:30	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	03:35	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	9h 25m	13:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	08:30	Aéroport LYS	14h 10m	22:40	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	20:30	Perrache	9h 30m	06:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 22 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	8h 55m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	03:35	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	9h 25m	13:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	08:30	Aéroport LYS	14h 10m	22:40	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 23 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Lyon (Gerland)	8h 55m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	03:35	Lyon (Gerland)	9h 25m	13:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	07:30	Aéroport LYS	15h 10m	22:40	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 24 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:10	Lyon (Gerland)	8h 20m	12:30	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	03:35	Lyon (Gerland)	11h	14:35	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	14:10	Aéroport LYS	12h 45m	02:55	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 25 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:35	Lyon (Gerland)	11h	14:35	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	20:55	Lyon (Gerland)	8h 5m	05:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	12:30	Aéroport LYS	15h 40m	04:10	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Barcelona on 26 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:10	Lyon (Gerland)	8h 20m	12:30	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	03:35	Lyon (Gerland)	11h	14:35	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	05:40	Perrache	7h 20m	13:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	14:10	Aéroport LYS	12h 45m	02:55	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 650, 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 358 - R 3 063	Average duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 942 - R 3 014	Average duration6h 23m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 650 - R 1 661	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Barcelona?

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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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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Stops in Barcelona

A
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Barcelona Airport
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C
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
E
Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia
Passeig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
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F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 230 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 443 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

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 491

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

4.5/561 331 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Based on 61331 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 060

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

Sindbad

3.5/51 274 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

WiFi4.6

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Barcelona by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Barcelona start at R 358. The average price for this route is around R 771. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Barcelona?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Barcelona is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 540 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 19m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Barcelona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, KLR Bus, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Barcelona at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Lyon to Barcelona produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Barcelona?
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 61288 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Barcelona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Barcelona?
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 Lyon to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, 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.

Best price found

17/02

R 1 208

18/02

R 1 803

Today

R 1 200

20/02

R 600

21/02

R 600

22/02

R 600

23/02

R 430

24/02

R 540

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Barcelona was searched and found on 23 Feb 2026 with a price of R 430

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 430 to R 2 218 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 430, which is on 2026-02-23.

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.

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 25m	Avg priceR 771	Daily departures16
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time6h 23m	Avg priceR 1 806	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time6h 40m	Avg priceR 1 198	Daily departures4