How far is Le Mans from Lyon?

The distance separating Le Mans and Lyon is 269 miles (434 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Le Mans to Lyon leave from Le Mans and arrive at Perrache. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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 Walk along the Rhône, Musée des Tissus, The Old Town, Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation and Musée d’Art Contemporain.

Bus Le Mans to Lyon from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Le Mans to Lyon on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:50pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 40m	4:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 45m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:00pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 45m	8:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Le Mans to Lyon on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 45m	8:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 45m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:20pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 55m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 40m	4:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Le Mans to Lyon on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	11h 25m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 45m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:00pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 45m	8:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Le Mans to Lyon on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 45m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Le Mans to Lyon on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 45m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Le Mans to Lyon on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 45m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:20pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 55m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 40m	4:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 50m	5:20am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Le Mans to Lyon on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 45m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:20pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 55m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 40m	4:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 50m	5:20am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 45m	8:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Le Mans to Lyon on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 55m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	9h 45m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:50pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 40m	4:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	22 Bd Louis le Prince Ringuet	10h 45m	8:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Le Mans 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 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

269 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $160	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $84	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Le Mans and Lyon?

Stops in Le Mans

A
Le Mans
47 Rue nationale, 72100 Le Mans, France
B
Le Mans Porte de l'Océane
ZAC Porte de l'Océane, (parking restaurant courtepaille) , 72650 Saint-Saturnin
C
Gare de Le Mans
Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet, , 72000 Le Mans, France
D
Le Mans - Université
5 boulevard Louis Le prince Ringuet, 72000 Le Mans , France
E
Arrêt d'Autobus Le Mans - En Face de Biocoop
Rue Louis Harel de la Noë, 72000 Le Mans, France
F
Gare du Mans
Place du 8 Mai 1945, 72000 Le Mans, France

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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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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FlixBus

3.5/511,401 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,147 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Le Mans to Lyon by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/20

$60

11/21

$65

Today

$35

11/23

$50

11/24

$29

11/25

$42

11/26

$44

11/27

$29

The cheapest trip from Le Mans to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $78 for a bus ticket from Le Mans to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-24.