Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Flixbus Paris Lyon recent customer reviews
Delayed by 30 minutes. Gate was incorrect when displayed on screen.
One of the drivers handling the luggage was extremely rude
According to 35 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the wifi, but some complained about the timeliness. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $15
BlaBlaBus Paris Lyon recent customer reviews
It was a great trip. The bus was timely. Staff were willing to assist, and it was a smooth and stressfree journey. Merci beaucoup.
5 out of 5 stars
Samuel O.
No legroom as per standard. Bus was broken so we had to keep stopping so the driver could try and fix it enough to get us to Lyon. Driver was great
3 out of 5 stars
Anneka A.
the driver of the Lyon to Paris ride was very rude
Based on 60399 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 $124
Based on 64 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the value for money but often complained with the timeliness. INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE ticket prices on this trip start at $123
Frequently asked questions for your trip Paris - Lyon
How far is Paris from Lyon?
Paris and Lyon are 245 miles (394 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Paris to Lyon?
Most of the buses traveling from Paris to Lyon leave from Paris (Pont de Levallois) and arrive at Perrache. These are the most popular departure and arrival 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 Institut Lumière, Musée des Beaux Arts, Boat Trips, Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation and La Place des Terreaux/Bartholdi Fountain.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/02
$30
10/03
$39
Today
$17
10/05
$17
10/06
$14
10/07
$14
10/08
$14
10/09
$14
The cheapest trip from Paris to Lyon was searched and found on Oct 7, 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 $120 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 2025-10-07.
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.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Paris to Lyon.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Paris to Lyon, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Paris to Lyon.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Paris to Lyon, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
What's the cheapest way to go from Paris to Lyon?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Paris to Lyon
The cheapest trip from Paris to Lyon was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $14
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
