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The cheapest and fastest buses from Besançon to Lyon

Showing times and prices for May 22

Cheapest price

$19

Average price

$21

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 38 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Besançon to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Besançon to Lyon will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.

Fast buses

Of the 9 buses that leave Besançon for Lyon on Thu, May 22, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, May 22 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

On Thu, May 22 the slowest buses will take 2 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.

BlaBlaCar
08:40PM2h30
Besançon
11:10PMLyon
$191One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:00PM3h15
Besancon, PEM Viotte, Gare routiere
11:15PMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$191One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:05PM3h55
Besancon, PEM Viotte, Gare routiere
05:00PMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$191One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:10AM3h15
Besancon, PEM Viotte, Gare routiere
12:25PMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$201One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
05:50AM2h40
Besançon
08:30AMLyon
$201One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Besançon to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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€18

Average price

Cheapest

€33

Average price

4h 11m

Average duration

3h 41m

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30m

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3h 11m

Average duration

Fastest

2h 41m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Besançon to Lyon bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, May 21
Last updated at 1:23 AM
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meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:10 AM Besancon, PEM Viotte, Gare routiere
3h15
10:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:10 PM Besancon, PEM Viotte, Gare routiere
3h10
12:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Bus from Besançon to Lyon

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Buses from Besançon to Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
117 miles (189 km)
Average bus duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
$13 (€11)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Bus providers
4
Fastest bus
3h 10m
First bus
01:20
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Bus companies: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar from Besançon to Lyon

For as little as $13 (€11) you can travel by bus between Besançon and Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a bus company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the buses include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.

BlaBlaCar Bus from Besançon to Lyon bus information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $18

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Besançon to Lyon

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Lyon
The major bus station for departures in Besançon is Besancon, Gare de la Viotte. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Besancon, Gare de la Viotte for your trip from Besançon to Lyon.
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Besançon, Parking Relais Micropolis
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The major bus station for arrivals in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Perrache for your trip to Lyon from Besançon.
Lyon, Gare PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun Rambaud
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
  • Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available on the concourse.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Perrache
  • Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
Lyon, Gare Routière de PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
  • Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
  • Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport
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