- Must visit
Musée des Confluences
A striking science and anthropology museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, known for bold architecture and major permanent exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nevers to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nevers to Lyon will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nevers for Lyon on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 3 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nevers to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Nevers to Lyon:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nevers to Lyon costing on average $40 (€32).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 21m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€32) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€12). The journey takes 3h 21m versus 3h 0m 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.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Nevers to Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:16, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 7:16 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
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