The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Toulouse
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
6 h 41 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Toulouse will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 8 buses that leave Lyon for Toulouse on Thu, Nov 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 359 km distance in an average of 6 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 223 miles (359 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€36 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price | €149 Average price |
7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Lyon to Toulouse Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:59AM | Duration 8h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 7h21 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Lyon to Toulouse bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Toulouse buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 3:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h45 | 9:45 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51065 | 10:59 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 7h21 | 6:20 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 20 | |||||
93129 · 50486 | 9:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 8h40 | 6:10 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 7h40 | 8:40 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Toulouse
Buses from Lyon to Toulouse run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Lyon to ToulouseYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Toulouse with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Toulouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Toulouse 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 Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Lyon, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache. When arriving in Toulouse, you can end your journey in bus stations like Toulouse, Blvd. Pierre Semard, Toulouse, Gare Routière and Toulouse, Airport.
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 Toulouse, Blvd. Pierre Semard, located 1.6 miles (2.6 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.
- Basilique Saint-Sernin, a Romanesque church renowned for its architecture and historical significance
- Capitole de Toulouse, the city's iconic town hall and theater with a grand neoclassical facade
- Cité de l'Espace, an interactive space museum offering exhibits and planetarium shows
- Musée des Augustins, an art museum housed in a former convent featuring a vast collection of sculptures and paintings
- Jardin des Plantes, a botanical garden providing a serene escape with diverse plant species and walking paths.
- Canal du Midi, a historic canal offering scenic boat rides and picturesque walking paths
- Visit the vibrant Marché Victor Hugo, a bustling market offering local delicacies and fresh produce
- Explore the historic district of Le Quartier des Carmes, known for its charming streets and lively atmosphere
- Attend a performance at Théâtre du Capitole, renowned for its opera and ballet productions
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Garonne River, offering beautiful views and a relaxing atmosphere.
- 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 Toulouse
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 22, 23, 27, 39 Metro: A Train: TGV, TER
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