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Musée des Confluences
A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Lyon will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 3 buses that leave Barcelona El Prat Airport for Lyon on Fri, May 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct buses cover the 542 km distance in an average of 8 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 336 miles (542 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $105 Average price | $155 Average price | $202 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Lyon:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Lyon costing on average $105 (€84).
A bus is $101 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Lyon costing on average $155 (€125).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 8m.
Bus takes on average 8h 11m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $202 (€163) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $148 (€119). The journey takes 8h 11m versus 6h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona El Prat Airport to Lyon buses for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h00 | 3:15 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h00 | 4:15 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Lyon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 19:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 336 miles (542 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 336 miles (542 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 7:00 PM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
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A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Lyon’s premier fine arts museum, housed in a former abbey near Place des Terreaux. Known for strong collections of painting, sculpture, antiquities, and decorative arts.
Museum of Roman Lyon paired with the city’s ancient theaters on Fourvière hill. A key stop for understanding Lugdunum, the Roman origins of Lyon.
Lyon’s atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, and riverfront views. It is the city’s classic strolling area and a top priority for first-time visitors.
One of Europe’s largest open squares and a central meeting point in Lyon. It is a practical orientation stop and a key place for city views toward Fourvière.
Lyon’s flagship urban park with broad walking paths, lake, botanical areas, and a zoo. It is one of the best places in the city for relaxation and scenic walks.
Light dumplings made with pike and panade, usually baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce. A classic Lyonnais bouchon specialty.
A traditional salad of frisée lettuce with lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of the city’s most iconic starter dishes.
Lyon’s famous sausage baked inside a soft brioche dough. It is a beloved charcuterie-based specialty found in many bouchons.
A landmark fine dining institution in Lyon, famed for historic prestige and elegant cuisine rooted in the city’s gastronomic heritage.
The city’s celebrated covered food market, ideal for sampling oysters, charcuterie, cheese, pastries, and many iconic Lyonnais products.
A respected traditional restaurant associated with chef Joseph Viola, celebrated for refined Lyonnais classics in a polished but welcoming setting.
Moderate for France: bakeries and bouchons are fair value, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Leaving small change or 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis.
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