4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
15 h 15 m
Average duration
15 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1043 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Paris Gare de Lyon on Wed, Aug 05, 5 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 1043 km distance in an average of 15 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 16 h 15 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.
1:45 PM15h15Madrid Barajas Airport5:00 AMParis Gare de Lyon€321One-way0 transfers
2:45 PM15h15Madrid Barajas Airport6:00 AMParis Gare de Lyon€321One-way0 transfers- 10:00 PM16h15Madrid Barajas Airport2:15 PMParis Gare de Lyon€321One-way0 transfers
10:59 PM15h16Madrid Barajas Airport2:15 PMParis Gare de Lyon€371One-way0 transfers- 9:00 PM16h15Madrid Barajas Airport1:15 PMParis Gare de Lyon€381One-way0 transfers
- 2:45 PM15h15Madrid Barajas Airport6:00 AMParis Gare de Lyon€321One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 PM15h15Madrid Barajas Airport5:00 AMParis Gare de Lyon€321One-way0 transfers
- 10:59 PM15h16Madrid Barajas Airport2:15 PMParis Gare de Lyon€371One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM16h15Madrid Barajas Airport2:15 PMParis Gare de Lyon€321One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 PM16h15Madrid Barajas Airport1:15 PMParis Gare de Lyon€381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 648 miles (1043 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price | €303 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 19m Average total duration 17h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is €29 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average €68.
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 43m.
Bus takes on average 17h 49m.
Tickets start at around €39 compared to roughly €303 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €264. The journey takes 17h 49m versus 11h 45m 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 Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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.
Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 15h16 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €35 |
Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h15 | 5:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h00 | 5:30 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h15 | 6:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h15 | 2:15 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon
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Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 16 times per day, taking around 17h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 12:15, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 648 miles (1043 km) distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 648 miles (1043 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 12:15 PM |
Last bus 10:59 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de LyonYou can travel by bus between Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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