Bus from Paris to Lyon: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Paris to Lyon on December 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ItabusBus
Bercy Seine
Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3
PerracheFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Bercy Seine
    		Lyon - Perrache Bus StationNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3
    		PerracheNo tags
    ItabusBus
    		Bercy Seine
    		Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus StationNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:18 AM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Paris 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 1 hour 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    6train per day
    1h 56mAverage Duration
    243 milesDistance
    9kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$14 - $139Average Duration6h 5m
    10kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$32 - $171Average Duration1h 56m
    9kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$20 - $81Average Duration4h 40m
    17kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Lyon?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Paris to Lyon start from $14. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 Paris to Lyon?

      The average bus trip duration from Paris to Lyon is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 244 miles (393 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Itabus, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Paris to Lyon at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

      A bus trip from Paris to Lyon generates an estimated 10 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 Paris 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 Paris to Lyon?

      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 Paris 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 Paris to Lyon?

      According to Busbud traveller 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
    12/05
    $36
    12/06
    $22
    Today
    $14
    12/08
    $14
    12/09
    $14
    12/10
    $14
    12/11
    $14
    12/12
    $14
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Paris to Lyon was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $14

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

    You can expect to pay from $14 to $121 for a bus ticket from Paris to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-08.

    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 Paris to Lyon?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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