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Musée Basque et de l'histoire de Bayonne
The leading museum for Basque culture in France, covering regional history, traditions, language, and daily life in a large riverside historic building.
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 59 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
561 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bayonne will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lyon for Bayonne on Wed, Jun 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 561 km distance in an average of 11 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 13 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bayonne 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 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 348 miles (561 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $181 Average price |
10h 54m Average total duration 10h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Bayonne:
A bus is $114 (€92) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Bayonne costing on average $177 (€143).
A bus is $118 (€95) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Bayonne costing on average $181 (€146).
Other travel options to Bayonne take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 16m.
Bus takes on average 10h 24m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:14AM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:14AM | Duration 9h14 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bayonne buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4768 · 95919 | 7:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h45 | 5:45 PM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 13h55 | 10:10 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h05 | 6:55 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 12h15 | 11:40 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lyon to Bayonne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 348 miles (561 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 348 miles (561 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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The leading museum for Basque culture in France, covering regional history, traditions, language, and daily life in a large riverside historic building.
Bayonne's fine arts museum, known for its collections of paintings, drawings, and works linked to major European artists; a major cultural reference in the city.
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The lively historic quarter known for narrow streets, old houses, culture, and nightlife. It is one of the best areas for absorbing Bayonne's atmosphere on foot.
The city's historic core, home to major monuments, shopping streets, and traditional urban scenery. It is the essential area for a first visit.
A scenic riverside stretch with colorful facades and waterside views, popular for walking and photography and frequently seen in visitor images of Bayonne.
Dry-cured ham from the Adour basin, lightly salted and matured. It is Bayonne’s signature product and one of the most famous foods of the French Basque region.
A Basque dish of peppers, tomatoes, onions, and Espelette pepper, often served with eggs or ham. In Bayonne it is a classic expression of local produce and seasoning.
A traditional Basque stew, usually made with finely chopped veal, onions, peppers, and Espelette pepper. It is hearty, rustic, and deeply tied to regional home cooking.
Well-regarded restaurant with a cozy atmosphere, known for generous Southwestern French and Basque dishes made with regional ingredients.
Historic and refined restaurant in central Bayonne serving polished Basque cuisine in an elegant, established setting.
Traditional Bayonne institution known for classic Basque dishes, especially regional meats and local specialties, in a warm old-town setting.
Prices are moderate by French standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while fine dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Tip small change in cafés; round up taxi fares.
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Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard -> Gare de Bayonne
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