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05/18/2025
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Paris to Lyon by bus

The journey from Paris to Lyon by bus is 244.62 mi and takes 6 hr 50 min. There are 90 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:20 AM and the last at 11:59 PM. It is possible to travel from Paris to Lyon by bus for as little as $10.25 or as much as $172.09. The best price for this journey is $10.25.

Lowest Price $10.25
Journey Duration 6 hr 50 min
Connection per Day 90
Lowest Price $10.25
Highest Price $172.09
First Departure 12:20 AM
Last Departure 11:59 PM
Distance 244.62 mi
Departure Paris
Arrival Lyon
Carriers Alsa, ALSA INTERNACIONAL

Paris to Lyon Bus Times

Departure date
Sunday, May 18, 2025

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Best time to book Paris to Lyon travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $10.58 to $25.36 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 58% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Paris to Lyon

The cheapest Paris - Lyon bus tickets can be found for as low as $13.01 if you’re lucky, or $17.55 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $21.05.

Find the best day to travel to Lyon by bus

When travelling to Lyon by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Alsa, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus from Paris to Lyon
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Paris to Lyon CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
27.56kg
Bus
29.53kg
Flight
78.74kg
Car
62.99kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Paris to Lyon?
A bus ticket from Paris to Lyon is $38.94. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $10.25.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Paris to Lyon?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Paris to Lyon is $10.25. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Paris and Lyon by bus?
Paris to Lyon is 244.62 mi.
How long does the bus between Paris and Lyon take?
Paris to Lyon is on average 6 hr 50 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hr 10 min.
Which companies operate from Paris to Lyon?
The bus journey from Paris to Lyon is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Alsa, ALSA INTERNACIONAL, INTERNORTE, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and ALSA / Rede Expressos.
How many bus connections per day go from Paris to Lyon?
Paris to Lyon has 90 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Paris to Lyon leave?
The earliest bus from Paris to Lyon departs at 12:20 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Paris to Lyon depart?
The latest bus from Paris to Lyon departs at 11:59 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Paris to Lyon in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $10.25 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Paris to Lyon?
There are on average 70 direct connection(s) from Paris to go to Lyon.
What's the fastest journey time between Paris to Lyon by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Paris and Lyon is 5 hr 10 min.
Is there a direct bus from Paris to Lyon?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Paris and Lyon.
What are the CO2 emissions for Paris to Lyon by bus?
The bus journey from Paris to Lyon creates 29.53kg of CO2 emissions.

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