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The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to Mâcon
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$27
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$30
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 4 m
Buses on Sep 18
5
Distance
340 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Mâcon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Mâcon will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Fast buses
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 buses from Paris to Mâcon, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
5:10 PM4h10Paris9:20 PMMâcon$271One-way0 transfers- 6:00 PM4h10Paris10:10 PMMâcon$281One-way0 transfers
- 11:20 AM4h00Paris3:20 PMMâcon$301One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM4h00Paris11:30 AMMâcon$321One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM4h00Paris9:00 PMMâcon$321One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM4h00Paris11:30 AMMâcon$321One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM4h00Paris9:00 PMMâcon$321One-way0 transfers
- 11:20 AM4h00Paris3:20 PMMâcon$301One-way0 transfers
- 5:10 PM4h10Paris9:20 PMMâcon$271One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 PM4h10Paris10:10 PMMâcon$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Paris to Mâcon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Mâcon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a flight costs an average of $580.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$44 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price | $580 Average price | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Mâcon is a bus with an average price of $44.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Mâcon:
A bus is $51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Mâcon costing on average $95.
A bus is $536 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Mâcon costing on average $580.
The fastest way to travel from Paris to Mâcon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.
Other travel options to Mâcon take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 57m.
Bus takes on average 5h 34m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Mâcon including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Mâcon among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $44 compared to roughly $122 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $78. The journey takes 5h 34m versus 4h 2m 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.
Paris to Mâcon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Live departures
Paris to Mâcon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Mâcon buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:30 AM Paris | 4h00 | 11:30 AM Mâcon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:20 AM Paris | 4h00 | 3:20 PM Mâcon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Paris | 4h00 | 9:00 PM Mâcon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:10 PM Paris | 4h10 | 9:20 PM Mâcon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Paris | 4h10 | 10:10 PM Mâcon | 0 transfersDirect |
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Why should you book Paris to Mâcon buses with Omio?
FlixBus operates all buses services from Paris to Mâcon.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, flight and bus to find the ideal travel option from Paris to Mâcon.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Mâcon
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Buses from Paris to Mâcon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $16 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 21:04. The fastest bus covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 5h 21m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $16
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 21m |
First bus 2:25 AM |
Last bus 9:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $16
Bus providers: FlixBus from Paris to MâconYou can travel by bus between Paris to Mâcon with FlixBus for as low as $16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
5h 21m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
$23
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Complete guide to Mâcon
Things to do in Mâcon
Discover the best of Mâcon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mâcon trip today.
- Recommended
Musée Lamartine
Museum dedicated to poet and statesman Alphonse de Lamartine, presenting manuscripts, personal objects, and local literary heritage.
Le Grand Site
Contemporary art center in a former convent chapel, hosting changing exhibitions by modern and emerging artists in a striking setting.
- Must visit
Esplanade Lamartine
Large riverfront esplanade ideal for strolling, events, and open views over the Saône, with easy access to central landmarks.
- Recommended
Vieux Mâcon
Historic old-town quarter of narrow lanes, traditional façades, and small squares, best for discovering Mâcon’s local character on foot.
- Recommended
Place Saint-Pierre
Central square framed by major civic and religious buildings, a practical and attractive stop in the heart of the city.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Fromage De Chèvre Mâconnais
Creamy fresh goat cheese from southern Burgundy, often served plain or lightly seasoned. It reflects the region’s long chèvre-making tradition.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Mâconnais AOP
Small truncated-cone goat cheese with PDO status in nearby Mâconnais. Tangy, creamy, and closely tied to local farms and Burgundian meals.
- Gluten-free
Escargots De Bourgogne
Burgundian snails baked with garlic-parsley butter. A classic regional specialty widely eaten in local bistros and traditional restaurants.
Georges Blanc
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Vonnas by Georges Blanc, known for polished Bresse and Burgundian cuisine in an elegant setting.
Restaurant La Maison De Bois
Traditional Mâcon brasserie serving Burgundian classics, local wines, and regional products in a relaxed, central atmosphere.
L'Ambroisie
Well-known bouchon-style spot in the old town for hearty regional dishes, charcuterie, and a convivial historic ambiance.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually lower than Paris, while local transit and everyday cafes remain reasonably priced for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.20-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Small rounding up is appreciated; leave €1-2 in cafes, round up taxi fares, and tip more only for excellent service.
FAQs: Bus from Paris to Mâcon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Mâcon 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 Mâcon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Paris to Mâcon can start from as little as $23 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Paris to Mâcon is $44 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Paris to Mâcon is 5h 21m to travel the 211 miles (340 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Paris to Mâcon leaves at 2:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Paris to Mâcon leaves at 9:04 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Paris to Mâcon with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Paris to Mâcon, you can count on BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Mâcon. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Paris and Mâcon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Mâcon from Paris is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 21m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Paris to Mâcon is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Mâcon including taking a train, flight, and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Paris to Mâcon:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Paris to Mâcon for bus company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Paris to Mâcon depends on the bus companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Paris to Mâcon.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Paris to Mâcon:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Paris to Mâcon:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Paris to Mâcon. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Paris to Mâcon with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Paris to Mâcon with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Paris to Mâcon with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Since both Paris and Mâcon are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Mâcon among Omio's users.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Mâcon, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas such as markets and near train stations. Common scams include distraction techniques used to divert attention while valuables are stolen. It's advisable to stay vigilant in busy spots and avoid displaying large amounts of cash or expensive items to reduce risk.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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