- Must visit
Musée des Explorations du Monde
City museum inside Le Suquet's castle, presenting world cultures, archaeology, and landscape views from one of Cannes' most historic sites.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$50
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$69
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 32 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Cannes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Cannes will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from Lyon to Cannes, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 298 km distance in an average of 6 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
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5867
50107
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5867
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Cannes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, while a flight costs an average of $496.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $117 Average price | $496 Average price | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Cannes:
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Cannes costing on average $117 (€96).
A bus is $439 (€360) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Cannes costing on average $496 (€406).
Other travel options to Cannes take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 59m.
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $144 (€118) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $88 (€72). The journey takes 6h 39m versus 4h 35m 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, 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 Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 8h44 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Cannes buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h00 | 4:35 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h45 | 8:55 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
5867 | 4:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h40 | 11:15 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 8h40 | 2:10 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h35 | 6:25 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50107 | 12:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h35 | 7:05 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h50 | 9:05 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
5695 · 4705 | 7:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h40 | 2:50 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lyon to Cannes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Cannes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cannes trip today.
City museum inside Le Suquet's castle, presenting world cultures, archaeology, and landscape views from one of Cannes' most historic sites.
Sea museum in the Royal Fort on Île Sainte-Marguerite, known for underwater archaeology and the legendary Man in the Iron Mask cell.
Respected contemporary art center in La Malmaison, hosting rotating exhibitions in a refined seafront pavilion on the Croisette.
Cannes' famous waterfront boulevard lined with beaches, luxury hotels, gardens, and festival landmarks. Essential for a first visit.
The old quarter's steep lanes, pastel houses, and panoramic viewpoints make this the most atmospheric historic walk in Cannes.
Elegant shopping street known for boutiques, city life, and easy access between the Croisette and central neighborhoods.
Socca is a thin chickpea pancake from the French Riviera, baked until crisp at the edges. It is a beloved local street food eaten hot with pepper.
Pissaladière is a Provençal onion tart topped with anchovies and olives. It is traditional across the Riviera and popular as a snack or starter.
Ratatouille is a slow-cooked mix of aubergine, courgette, peppers, tomatoes, and herbs. It is a classic Provençal dish tied to local market produce.
Elegant two-Michelin-star dining on La Croisette, known for refined Mediterranean cuisine, seafood, and polished Riviera luxury.
Stylish Michelin-starred venue serving modern Mediterranean dishes with Riviera produce in an intimate, contemporary setting.
Traditional Provençal restaurant in Le Suquet, appreciated for local specialties, warm service, and a relaxed old-town feel.
Cannes is pricier than many French cities, with high hotel and beach costs in peak season. Dining is moderate to expensive, while local buses are relatively affordable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up small taxi fares; cafés often just get small change.
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Gare de Cannes -> Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, Cannes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Cannes 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 Cannes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Cannes buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Cannes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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