- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
One of France's finest art museums outside Paris, with major collections from antiquity to modern art in a former abbey.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 7 buses that leave Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for Lyon Part Dieu on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 399 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. 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 $9, and a flight costs an average of $144.
Distance: 247 miles (399 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $287 Average price | $151 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu:
A bus is $54 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu costing on average $82 (€67).
A bus is $260 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu costing on average $287 (€235).
Other travel options to Lyon Part Dieu take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Bus takes on average 5h 20m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $151 (€123) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $123 (€101). The journey takes 5h 20m versus 4h 48m 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, BlaBlaCar, Alsa.
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 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu buses for today, Friday, June 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 · FlixBus | 10:15 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 12h10 | 10:25 AM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 6h35 | 4:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 5:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 5:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:20 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h40 | 5:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:20 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h40 | 5:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 6h30 | 6:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:50, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 247 miles (399 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 247 miles (399 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 6:50 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Lyon Part Dieu — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon Part Dieu trip today.
One of France's finest art museums outside Paris, with major collections from antiquity to modern art in a former abbey.
Essential museum for understanding Roman Lyon, paired with remarkable ancient theaters on Fourvière hill.
Popular museum showcasing film props, special effects, and detailed miniature scenes in Vieux Lyon.
UNESCO-listed old quarter with Renaissance streets, traboules, lively lanes, and some of the city's most atmospheric walks.
One of Europe's largest pedestrian squares and a major orientation point in central Lyon.
Central district between the Rhône and Saône, ideal for walking between grand squares, shopping streets, and monuments.
Light dumplings traditionally made with pike and served with a rich Nantua crayfish sauce, a classic Lyonnais specialty.
A warm salad of frisée lettuce, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, emblematic of Lyon's bouchon cuisine.
Pork sausage baked inside a soft brioche loaf, a traditional hearty dish found in many classic Lyon eateries.
Well-known bouchon by chef Joseph Viola, celebrated for traditional Lyonnais specialties in a refined yet convivial atmosphere.
Historic grand brasserie serving Lyonnais and Alsatian classics in a vast Art Deco dining room; a famous institution in Lyon.
Classic Lyon bouchon with a strong local reputation for generous traditional dishes, fixed menus, and a warm old-style dining room.
Moderate for France. Casual dining and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining near the station can be pricier.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Tipping is not required, but leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up in cafes and taxis.
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Lyon Gare Part-Dieu, Lyon -> Place Bellecour, Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu 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 Lyon Part Dieu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Part Dieu buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan). Use this guide to compare Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Lyon Part Dieu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
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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