- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$3
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$4
Fastest journey on Sep 19
10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
24 m
Buses on Sep 19
5
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mâcon to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mâcon to Lyon will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 buses from Mâcon to Lyon, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mâcon to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Mâcon to Lyon:
A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mâcon to Lyon costing on average $21.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
Tickets start at around $13 compared to roughly $23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10. The journey takes 1h 23m versus 58m 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 BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus.
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 SNCF Bus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 07:27AM | Arrival Time 10:48AM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:04AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator REGION - cars Région Ain | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:48PM | Duration 4h33 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Mâcon to Lyon buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:50 AM Mâcon | 0h20 | 8:10 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Mâcon | 0h30 | 8:30 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Mâcon | 0h40 | 9:20 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Mâcon | 0h10 | 12:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Mâcon | 0h20 | 6:20 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Mâcon to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 22:24. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 10:24 PM |
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Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
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Excellent free natural history and ethnography museum with fossils, animals, and global cultures. A strong local favorite, especially for families.
Renaissance quarter with cobbled lanes, traboules, courtyards, and major monuments. Essential for atmosphere, history, and walking exploration.
Central peninsula between the Rhône and Saône, packed with elegant streets, squares, shopping, and many of Lyon’s classic city views.
Historic silk-workers’ hill district with stairways, murals, markets, and hidden passageways. Great for local character and city panoramas.
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