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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Aix-les-Bains for Lyon on Tue, Aug 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusBuses from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
The table below shows live departures for Aix-les-Bains to Lyon buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:35 AM Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial | 1h25 | 10:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial | 1h50 | 1:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial | 1h20 | 3:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial | 1h20 | 7:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial | 1h25 | 8:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial | 1h25 | 9:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aix-les-Bains to Lyon buses use the Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan). Use this guide to compare Aix-les-Bains and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
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