- Must visit
Musée d’Histoire et d’Archéologie de Vannes
Main city museum inside Château Gaillard, covering Vannes history and archaeology from prehistory to the present.
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
11 h 50 m
Average duration
13 h 52 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
617 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Vannes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Vannes will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Of the 9 buses that leave Lyon for Vannes on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 617 km distance in an average of 13 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 50 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 15 h 10 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.
83134 · 50811
4788 · 50817
FlixBus
72403 · 51833
58074 · 50054
FlixBus
83134 · 50811
4788 · 50817
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Vannes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €69.
Distance: 383 miles (617 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €85 Average price | €130 Average price | €196 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 38m Average total duration 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Vannes:
A bus is €33 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Vannes costing on average €85.
A bus is €78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Vannes costing on average €130.
Other travel options to Vannes take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 54m.
Bus takes on average 12h 8m.
Tickets start at around €52 compared to roughly €196 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €144. The journey takes 12h 8m versus 7h 27m 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.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €196 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €85 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Vannes buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h30 | 5:00 AM Vannes, Hôpital | 1 transfer | |
72403 · 51833 | 9:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h40 | 1:40 PM Vannes, Hôpital | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h50 | 10:25 AM Vannes, Hôpital | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
7464 · 50767 | 1:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h15 | 4:50 PM Vannes, Hôpital | 1 transfer | |
4788 · 50817 | 6:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 14h05 | 8:20 PM Vannes, Hôpital | 1 transfer | |
83134 · 50811 | 8:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 13h30 | 10:00 PM Vannes, Hôpital | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h10 | 11:45 PM Vannes, Hôpital | 1 transfer | |
58074 · 50054 | 12:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h10 | 4:10 AM Vannes, Hôpital | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lyon to Vannes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 383 miles (617 km) distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 383 miles (617 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Vannes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vannes trip today.
Main city museum inside Château Gaillard, covering Vannes history and archaeology from prehistory to the present.
Museum devoted to fine arts in the elegant Cohue halls, with changing exhibitions and a strong regional cultural program.
Contemporary exhibition venue in a historic mansion, presenting photography, design, and visual arts in central Vannes.
Signature medieval quarter of timbered houses, artisan streets, and lively squares, ideal for wandering and photography.
Formal gardens below the ramparts, combining flower beds, water features, and classic views of the old fortifications.
Picturesque harbor promenade lined with boats and terraces, linking the center to the gulf and evening walks.
Buckwheat savory crêpe from Brittany, often filled with ham, egg, or cheese. A regional staple tied to Breton buckwheat farming.
Thin wheat crêpe served with butter, sugar, caramel, or jam. It is one of Brittany’s most loved everyday sweets.
Traditional Breton butter cake with a caramelized crust and rich layered crumb. Famous for its generous use of salted butter.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on Breton ingredients, with elegant tasting menus and a modern fine dining atmosphere.
Established crêperie serving classic Breton galettes and sweet crêpes in a traditional, casual setting in Vannes old town.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant near the port, known for shellfish platters, fish dishes, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local buses stay reasonable versus larger French tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés, leave small change; taxis may be rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Vannes 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 Vannes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Vannes buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Vannes, Hôpital station pair, with some services arriving at Pluneret, Auray, Auray - Pluneret. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Vannes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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