Bus from Lyon to Paris: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Paris on May 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ItabusBus
Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier
Bercy SeineCheapest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Lyon - Gerland Bus Station
Paris - Orly Airport (ORY), P5 parkingFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Lyon - Gerland Bus Station
Bercy SeineNo tags
FlixbusBus
Aéroport LYS
Bercy SeineNo tags
ItabusBus
Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier
Bercy SeineNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:21 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lyon to Paris

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Paris. The journey takes about 1 hour 58 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
1h 58mAverage Duration
243 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price£8 - £166Average Duration6h
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price£26 - £134Average Duration1h 58m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Paris 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 Lyon to Paris?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Paris start from £8. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 Lyon to Paris?

    The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Paris is 6h, covering a distance of 245 miles (394 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, ALSA, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Paris at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

    A bus trip from Lyon to Paris generates an estimated 9.84385 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 Lyon to Paris?

    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 61939 reviews.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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
05/14
£29
05/15
£37
Today
£23
05/17
£28
05/18
£22
05/19
£12
05/20
£12
05/21
£11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lyon to Paris was searched and found on May 21, 2026 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £132 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11 which is on 2026-05-21.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus, 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 Lyon to Paris?

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