Bus from Barcelona to Lyon: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Lyon on December 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Barcelona Nord
PerracheCheapest
FlixbusBus
Barcelona Nord
PerracheFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Barcelona Nord
    		Lyon - Perrache Bus StationNo tags
    ALSA INTERNACIONALBus
      		Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1
      		PerracheNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		 Barcelona (Airport T2C)
      		Aéroport LYSNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to go from Barcelona to Lyon

      We recommend taking the train

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1train per day
      5h 1mAverage Duration
      332 milesDistance
      13kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$23 - $195Average Duration9h 10m
      13kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$53 - $140Average Duration5h 1m
      13kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average Price$32 - $109Average Duration6h 40m
      22kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from Barcelona to Lyon by bus

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Lyon start from $23. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Lyon?

        The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Lyon is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 328 miles (529 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Lyon route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, KLR Bus, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Lyon at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

        A bus trip from Barcelona to Lyon generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Lyon?

        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 60868 reviews.

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

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

      8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Barcelona to Lyon?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Lyon?

        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
      12/10
      $112
      12/11
      $103
      Today
      $37
      12/13
      $32
      12/14
      $29
      12/15
      $22
      12/16
      $25
      12/17
      $25
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Lyon was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $22

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

      You can expect to pay from $22 to $132 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-15.

      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.

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

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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