How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Madrid start from CHF 27. The average price for this route is around CHF 76. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Madrid?

The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Madrid is 17h 55m, covering a distance of 563 miles (907 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , ALSA , BlaBlaCar Bus , Union Ivkoni .

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

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Madrid at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Lyon to Madrid generates an estimated 22.66555 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Lyon to Madrid?

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 61807 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Lyon to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Madrid?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lyon to Madrid from CHF 29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Madrid on May 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	17h 25m	9:55am	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Gare routière de Gerland	16h 40m	8:40am	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	19h 20m	12:40am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	5:15am	Gare routière de Gerland	17h 20m	10:35pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Aéroport LYS	21h 40m	8:40am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:02 PM CEST.

Get from Lyon to Madrid

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

17h 55mAverage Duration

563 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Madrid?

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
Visit page
B
Lyon Airport
Visit page
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
Visit page

Stops in Madrid

A
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
Visit page
B
Madrid-Barajas Airport
Visit page
C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
Visit page
D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Visit page
E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,578 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

ALSA

4.3/561,849 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Based on 61849 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 27

ALSA Lyon Madrid recent customer reviews

Loved that there were screens to watch movies during the travel time. However we were quite delayed arriving in Madrid, making it difficult to use the time necessary for activities that were planned.

Veronica Ines Y.

December 4, 2019

There needs to be someone that lets passengers know that the bus is running late so we can attempt to make other plans. I missed work, because my bus was three hours late.

Taylor R.

July 8, 2019

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/511,729 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Union Ivkoni

2.7/51,995 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

ES bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Madrid by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Madrid start from CHF 27. The average price for this route is around CHF 76. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Madrid?
The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Madrid is 17h 55m, covering a distance of 563 miles (907 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, ALSA, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Madrid at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Madrid?
A bus trip from Lyon to Madrid generates an estimated 22.66555 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Madrid?
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 61807 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Madrid?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lyon to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Madrid?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

05/01

CHF 48

05/02

CHF 76

Today

CHF 71

05/04

CHF 49

05/05

CHF 48

05/06

CHF 43

05/07

CHF 70

05/08

CHF 44

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Madrid was searched and found on May 6, 2026 with a price of CHF 43

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

You can expect to pay from CHF 43 to CHF 202 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 43 which is on 2026-05-06.

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.