How do I get from Paris to Lyon without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are practical and sustainable ways to travel to Lyon. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Paris to Lyon?

Traveling from Paris to Lyon takes around 5h 55m on average, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 4h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 245 miles (394 km) that separate the two cities.

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 Bercy Seine 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 is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Lyon?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. $14 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Lyon from Paris.

How much does a bus ticket from Paris to Lyon cost?

The bus ticket costs $30 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $14 to $161, so it's good to do your research before booking.

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.

Paris to Lyon Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

from $32

TodayApr 26

from $24

TomorrowApr 27

from $27

MonApr 28

from $19

TueApr 29

from $17

WedApr 30

from $34

ThuMay 1

from $35

FriMay 2

from $35

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 12:15pm
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Bercy Seine
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:50pm
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 11:20pm
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Paris - Orly Airport (ORY), P5 parking
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:30am
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m
Departure time: April 26 at 6:00am
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Bercy Seine
Arrival time: April 26 at 11:55am
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 55m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:30pm
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: PARIS - BERCY
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:55am
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Operated by: ALSA / Rede Expressos
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 25m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:30pm
Departure city: Paris
Departure location: Bercy Seine
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:55am
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Perrache
Operated by: ALSA INTERNACIONAL
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 25m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Paris to Lyon.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $161	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$31 - $192	Average Duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $102	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Paris to Lyon

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 $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 56mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest ticket

9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Paris to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$30

Average bus trip duration5h 55m

Number of daily buses39

Earliest bus departure12:20am

Distance242 miles (390 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,402 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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

All was good

Laila S.

February 25, 2025

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,115 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

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 $15.00

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.

Samuel O.

March 26, 2024

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

Anneka A.

September 11, 2019

the driver of the Lyon to Paris ride was very rude

Moho P.

May 13, 2022

ALSA

4.5/559,051 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/560 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi2.9

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

Paris to Lyon Bus

Where are the popular stops in Paris and Lyon?

Stops in Paris

A - Bercy Seine

B - Charles de Gaulle Airport

C - Orly Airport

D - Paris (Pont de Levallois)

E - Massy

F - La Défense

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Les Charrières

D - Gare Routière - Lyon Part-Dieu

E - Lyon

F - Quai de Saoune

Frequently asked questions for your trip Paris - Lyon

How do I get from Paris to Lyon without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Paris to Lyon?
How far is Paris from Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Paris to Lyon?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Lyon?
How much does a bus ticket from Paris to Lyon cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

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

Best price found

04/24

$18

04/25

$32

Today

$24

04/27

$27

04/28

$19

04/29

$16

04/30

$34

05/01

$35

The cheapest trip from Paris to Lyon was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $16

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 $16 to $152 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 $16 which is on 2025-04-29.

Usually INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE 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

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 55m	Avg Price$30	Daily Departures39
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 56m	Avg Price$73	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h 50m	Avg Price$41	Daily Departures50

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Where are the popular stops in Paris and Lyon?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Paris - Lyon

How do I get from Paris to Lyon without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Paris to Lyon?

How far is Paris from Lyon?

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

What is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Lyon?

How much does a bus ticket from Paris to Lyon cost?

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Paris to Lyon?

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