The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
12 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV 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 Saint-Exupéry TGV will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 3 buses that leave Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 411 km distance in an average of 12 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 10 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 12 h 55 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.
10:10 PM12h55Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport11:05 AMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$721One-way0 transfers
9:15 PM12h10Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport9:25 AMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1291One-way0 transfers
9:10 PM12h15Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport9:25 AMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1391One-way0 transfers
9:15 PM12h10Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport9:25 AMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1291One-way0 transfers
9:10 PM12h15Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport9:25 AMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1391One-way0 transfers
10:10 PM12h55Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport11:05 AMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV 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 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price Cheapest | $174 Average price | $130 Average price | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV:
A bus is $48 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV costing on average $130 (€104).
A bus is $91 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV costing on average $174 (€139).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 43m.
Bus takes on average 11h 52m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Live departures
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h15 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h10 | 9:25 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h55 | 11:05 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Buses from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€20) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 9:30 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV 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 Saint-Exupéry TGV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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