- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon
Major fine arts museum inside the Palais des Ducs, with collections from medieval Burgundy to modern art. One of Dijon’s signature cultural sights.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Dijon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Dijon will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 4 buses that leave Lyon for Dijon on Wed, Jun 17, 4 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 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Dijon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Dijon:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Dijon costing on average $34 (€27).
Other travel options to Dijon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 12m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $61 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 2h 12m versus 2h 5m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Internorte.
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 | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Dijon 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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FlixBus | 5:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h50 | 8:15 PM Dijon, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h35 | 9:00 PM Dijon, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h50 | 9:45 PM Dijon, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
Normal | 5:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h14 | 7:44 AM Dijon, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h14 | 7:44 AM Dijon, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lyon to Dijon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Dijon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dijon trip today.
Major fine arts museum inside the Palais des Ducs, with collections from medieval Burgundy to modern art. One of Dijon’s signature cultural sights.
Museum of Burgundian daily life, folk traditions, interiors, and regional heritage. A strong local favorite for understanding Dijon beyond the main monuments.
Intimate national museum in a historic townhouse, showing painting, decorative arts, and collector-style displays. Good for visitors who enjoy smaller atmospheric museums.
Grand semicircular square facing the ducal palace, known for its elegant design, fountains, and central role in city life.
The historic center is the best area for walking among medieval lanes, churches, mansions, and major monuments. Essential for first-time visitors.
Self-guided walking route marked with owl symbols, linking many of Dijon’s highlights. Especially popular for exploring the city in a simple, scenic way.
Slow-braised beef cooked with red Burgundy wine, onions, mushrooms, and bacon. It is one of Burgundy’s most famous traditional dishes and a classic of the local table.
Burgundy snails traditionally baked with garlic-parsley butter. They are an iconic regional specialty strongly associated with Dijon and the wider Bourgogne area.
A cold terrine of ham set in parsleyed jelly, usually served as a starter. It is a classic Burgundian charcuterie specialty found in traditional bistros and markets.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in central Dijon, known for elegant modern interpretations of Burgundy cuisine in a polished historic setting.
Established wine-focused restaurant and bar with a strong Burgundy bottle list, offering polished small plates and modern French cuisine.
Historic half-timbered restaurant near Notre-Dame, popular for classic Burgundian dishes, regional wines, and a distinctly traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for France. Casual meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes or bars.
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