Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Rennes | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Rennes | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare Routière | Aéroport LYS | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rennes | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rennes to Lyon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 770, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rennes and Lyon?
Stops in Rennes
- APlace de la gare, 35000 Rennes, France
- B
3 Place Henri Terrière
3 Place Henri Terrière, 35200 Rennes, France
Stops in Lyon
- A
Lyon Airport
- BRue 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 from Rennes to Lyon 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 Rennes to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rennes to Lyon start at R 497. The average price for this route is around R 1 037. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rennes to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Rennes to Lyon is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 559 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 50m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Rennes to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rennes to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Rennes to Lyon at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rennes to Lyon?
A bus trip from Rennes to Lyon produces an estimated 14 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 Rennes to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rennes to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rennes to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rennes to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 Rennes to Lyon was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 562To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rennes to Lyon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 562 to R 3 122 for a bus ticket from Rennes to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 687, which is on 2025-12-18.
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 Rennes to Lyon?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
