What is the travel distance from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon?

Bourg-en-Bresse and Lyon are 36 miles (58 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon?

The majority of buses traveling from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon start their journey at Gare SNCF and wind up at Lyon Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Opéra de Lyon, Boat Trips, Parc de la Tête d'Or, Musée des Beaux Arts and Aquarium Grand Lyon.

Bus Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:45pm	Bourg-en-Bresse	5h 5m	11:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Bourg-en-Bresse	14h 35m	3:25am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Bourg-en-Bresse	14h 40m	3:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Bourg-en-Bresse	12h 50m	1:40am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Bourg-en-Bresse	12h 50m	1:40am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

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

18carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $58	Average Duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $18	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bourg-en-Bresse and Lyon?

Stops in Bourg-en-Bresse

A
Gare SNCF
12 Avenue Pierre Semard, 01000 Bourg-en-Bresse, France

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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BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,160 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 11160 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $23

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon by bus

What is the travel distance from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

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$24

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The cheapest trip from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 28, 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 Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $29 for a bus ticket from Bourg-en-Bresse to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-28.