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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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Le Mans to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Lyon will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Le Mans to Lyon without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Le Mans to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 8h 0m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Le Mans to Lyon.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for Le Mans to Lyon buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 10h15 | 5:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 11h10 | 7:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
50912 · 51991 | 9:45 AM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 11h55 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 10h00 | 8:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
88082 · 94763 | 12:50 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 11h00 | 11:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 10h45 | 11:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
88094 · 50107 | 2:20 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 10h00 | 12:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 10h00 | 1:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
50085 · 50755 | 4:40 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 9h40 | 2:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 9h15 | 2:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
52197 · 50617 | 5:20 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 10h10 | 3:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
87086 · 5133 | 7:30 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 9h50 | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 9h25 | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 8h50 | 6:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
88087 · 72404 | 9:45 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 11h00 | 8:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 12h40 | 12:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 AM Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet | 12h00 | 2:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
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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.
Museum of cinema miniatures and film props in Vieux Lyon. Popular for detailed sets, special-effects history, and family-friendly exhibits.
Excellent free natural history and ethnography museum with fossils, animals, and global cultures. A strong local favorite, especially for families.
Renaissance quarter with cobbled lanes, traboules, courtyards, and major monuments. Essential for atmosphere, history, and walking exploration.
Central peninsula between the Rhône and Saône, packed with elegant streets, squares, shopping, and many of Lyon’s classic city views.
Historic silk-workers’ hill district with stairways, murals, markets, and hidden passageways. Great for local character and city panoramas.
Pike dumplings in a rich crayfish sauce. A Lyon classic from traditional bouchons, prized for its delicate fish texture and luxurious sauce.
Crisp salad of frisée, bacon lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. A staple Lyonnaise bistro dish that reflects the city's hearty cooking style.
Slow-cooked onions with vinegar, often served warm or chilled. This old Lyonnais side dish is traditional in bouchons and pairs well with charcuterie.
Refined dining by Paul Bocuse, known for polished French cuisine and iconic Lyon dishes in an elegant, historic dining room.
Well-known traditional bouchon in Vieux Lyon, praised for generous Lyonnais specialties and a lively old-city atmosphere.
Historic bouchon near Place Bellecour serving quenelles, salade lyonnaise, and classic regional fare in a warm traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while public transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Le Mans to Lyon buses use the Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Use this guide to compare Le Mans and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet is 4 km from Le Mans city centre. Public transport options include:
Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet. ATMs are available at Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet.
Ticket office support is available at Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet.
Available at Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet: Handicap accessible pathways.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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.
Lyon is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small eateries available.
Free WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon.
Available at Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts.
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