The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
17 h 25 m
Average duration
17 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
900 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lyon for Madrid Barajas Airport on Mon, Mar 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 09 the direct buses cover the 900 km distance in an average of 17 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 25 m .
On Mon, Mar 09 the slowest buses will take 17 h 25 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $56.
Distance: 559 miles (900 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price |
18h 48m Average total duration 18h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 32h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Live departures
Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Sunday, March 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 4:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h25 | 9:05 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h25 | 10:05 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 23h35 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
3166 | 3:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 16h20 | 7:50 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h40 | 12:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
34153 | 7:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 16h35 | 12:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 32h20 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport
Buses from Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:10, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 559 miles (900 km) distance in 16h 20m.
Distance 559 miles (900 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 20m |
First bus 04:10 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Ourbus from Lyon to Madrid Barajas AirportYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Ourbus for as low as $41 (€33). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Madrid Barajas 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 Madrid Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Madrid Barajas Airport
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
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