The cheapest and fastest buses from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$9
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$13
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 40 m
Buses on Sep 20
8
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 8 buses from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 120 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.
FlixBus9:40 AM1h40Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière11:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 AM2h35Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière12:15 PMLyon, St Exupéry Aéroport$121One-way0 transfers
51094 · 800827:30 AM3h45Chalon-sur-Saône, Place de la Gare11:15 AMColombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1)$121One-way1 transfer
51094 · 502277:30 AM3h40Chalon-sur-Saône, Place de la Gare11:10 AMColombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1)$121One-way1 transfer
FlixBus6:20 AM1h55Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 PM1h35Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière11:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 PM1h35Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière5:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:45 PM1h35Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière11:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 AM1h40Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière11:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:20 AM1h55Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, while a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A bus is $90 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $109 (€89).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 41m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $47 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29 (€24). The journey takes 2h 9m versus 1h 27m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
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.
Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Live departures
Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière | 1h55 | 8:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51094 · 80082 | 7:30 AM Chalon-sur-Saône, Place de la Gare | 3h45 | 11:15 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1 transfer | |
51094 · 50227 | 7:30 AM Chalon-sur-Saône, Place de la Gare | 3h40 | 11:10 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière | 1h40 | 11:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière | 2h35 | 12:15 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière | 1h35 | 5:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière | 1h35 | 11:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière | 1h35 | 11:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Buses from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 4:20 AM |
Last bus 7:45 PM |
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Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery AirportYou can travel by bus between Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 Saint Exupery Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Most Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport buses use the Chalon-sur-Saône, Gare Routière to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) station pair. Use this guide to compare Chalon-sur-Saône and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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