What is the travel distance from Poitiers to Lyon?

Poitiers and Lyon are 224 miles (361 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Poitiers to Lyon start their journey at Gare routière de Poitiers and wind up at Perrache. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off 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 Institut Lumière, The Old Town, Parc de la Tête d'Or, Aquarium Grand Lyon and Musée des Tissus.

Bus Poitiers to Lyon from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Poitiers to Lyon on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:45pm	Poitiers	12h 30m	5:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Poitiers to Lyon on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15pm	Poitiers	11h	11:15pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:40pm	Poitiers	11h 35m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:45pm	Poitiers	11h 45m	4:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Poitiers	13h 35m	6:50am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Poitiers to Lyon on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Poitiers	13h 35m	6:50am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:15pm	Poitiers	11h	11:15pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:40pm	Poitiers	11h 35m	12:15am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:45pm	Poitiers	11h 45m	4:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:28 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Poitiers 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 and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

6hAverage Duration

224 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $180	Average Duration11h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$33 - $56	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,361 reviews

Staff4.1

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

3.5/511,137 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Poitiers and Lyon?

Stops in Poitiers

A - Gare routière de Poitiers

B - Futuroscope (Hôtel Campanile) - Arrêt de bus

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Poitiers to Lyon by bus

What is the travel distance from Poitiers to Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Poitiers to Lyon?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$56

11/17

$43

Today

$36

11/19

$60

11/20

$31

11/21

$47

11/22

$35

11/23

$47

The cheapest trip from Poitiers to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $96 for a bus ticket from Poitiers to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-20.