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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Paris
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Paris will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 22 buses that leave Lyon for Paris on Thu, Nov 27, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 393 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 5 h 14 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €121.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €249 Average price |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Lyon to Paris Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 10:24AM | Duration 5h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Lyon to Paris bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Paris buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h40 | 9:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h45 | 2:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5132 | 10:59 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h11 | 5:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h45 | 5:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 50106 | 11:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h00 | 5:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h25 | 5:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 27 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h10 | 6:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h30 | 8:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h14 | 9:24 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h35 | 9:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h30 | 9:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4788 | 5:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h35 | 10:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h10 | 1:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h40 | 3:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5130 | 9:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h20 | 4:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Paris
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Buses from Lyon to Paris run on average 28 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 28 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to ParisYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Paris with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Lyon to Paris: Journey Details
Across the country, bus travel in France is becoming a great alternative to train travel. Eurolines, the bus provider with the most bus connections across Europe, operates buses from Lyon to Paris. The direct journey takes around 6 hours. From Mondays to Saturdays there are four departures a day from the early morning into the evening. There is a reduced service on Sundays.
Return buses from Paris to Lyon are also available.
Taking the Bus from Lyon
The Perrache Bus Station in Lyon lies within the city center, next to one of the three railway stations in Lyon and on Line A of the Metro system. Transports en Commun Lyonnais (TCL) operates an extensive network of over 100 local and regional buses, 2 funiculars and 4 tramway and Metro lines, as well as the Noctambul night bus which runs on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. A taxi rank is situated outside Lyon Perrache Bus Station.
Getting into Paris by Bus
Paris is a romantic and vibrant city with iconic monuments known the world over, such as the cloud-piercing Eiffel Tower and the majestic Arc de Triomphe. Notre Dame Cathedral sits beside the banks of the River Seine, on which visitors can enjoy both day and evening boat trips. World-class museums and galleries include the modern Pompidou Centre, as well as the huge halls of the Louvre and the Impressionist galleries in the Musee d'Orsay. Buses from Lyon to Paris arrive at the Paris Gallieni Porte Bagnolet station in the Saint Denis district of the city. The bus station is on the Gallieni stop of the Metro system. Sixteen Metro lines and a large bus network provide transport across the city, to the airports and to surrounding towns and villages. Paris has a night bus service called the Noctilien while taxis are available outside the bus station.
FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Lyon, you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache. When arriving in Paris, you can end your trip in bus stations like Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Paris, Gare Paris Bercy, Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne), Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle and Paris, Roissypôle Bus Station.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), located 2.6 miles (4.2 km) away from the city centre.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Eiffel Tower, an iconic iron lattice tower offering panoramic views of Paris
- Louvre Museum, the world's largest art museum housing thousands of works including the Mona Lisa
- Notre-Dame Cathedral, a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture known for its stunning facade and historical significance
- Sacré-Cœur Basilica, a Roman Catholic church located at the highest point in the city with a striking white exterior
- Arc de Triomphe, a monumental arch honoring those who fought and died for France, located at the top of the Champs-Élysées.
- Montmartre, a historic district known for its bohemian atmosphere and the Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur
- Seine River Cruise, a relaxing boat tour providing unique perspectives of the city's famous monuments
- Visit the Latin Quarter, a vibrant area known for its lively atmosphere and historic landmarks
- Explore the Marais, a trendy district filled with boutiques, cafes, and art galleries
- Attend a show at the Moulin Rouge, the famous cabaret known for its extravagant performances.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Paris
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- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot Parisien (0.2 km)
- Brasserie Roissy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 350, 351, 93 Train: RER B
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