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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 5 buses that leave Saint-Raphaël for 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 300 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 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 Saint-Raphaël to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price | $98 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Saint-Raphaël to Lyon:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon costing on average $81 (€66).
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon costing on average $98 (€80).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€33) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 5h 10m versus 4h 17m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Raphaël to 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 |
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FlixBus | 7:35 PM Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest | 5h50 | 1:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50884 | 11:00 PM Fréjus, Gare routière Fréjus | 5h50 | 4:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 10:40 AM Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest | 5h40 | 4:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest | 6h00 | 7:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest | 5h25 | 11:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon trip today.
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Museum of cinema miniatures and film props in Vieux Lyon. Popular for detailed sets, special-effects history, and family-friendly exhibits.
Excellent free natural history and ethnography museum with fossils, animals, and global cultures. A strong local favorite, especially for families.
Renaissance quarter with cobbled lanes, traboules, courtyards, and major monuments. Essential for atmosphere, history, and walking exploration.
Central peninsula between the Rhône and Saône, packed with elegant streets, squares, shopping, and many of Lyon’s classic city views.
Historic silk-workers’ hill district with stairways, murals, markets, and hidden passageways. Great for local character and city panoramas.
Pike dumplings in a rich crayfish sauce. A Lyon classic from traditional bouchons, prized for its delicate fish texture and luxurious sauce.
Crisp salad of frisée, bacon lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. A staple Lyonnaise bistro dish that reflects the city's hearty cooking style.
Slow-cooked onions with vinegar, often served warm or chilled. This old Lyonnais side dish is traditional in bouchons and pairs well with charcuterie.
Refined dining by Paul Bocuse, known for polished French cuisine and iconic Lyon dishes in an elegant, historic dining room.
Well-known traditional bouchon in Vieux Lyon, praised for generous Lyonnais specialties and a lively old-city atmosphere.
Historic bouchon near Place Bellecour serving quenelles, salade lyonnaise, and classic regional fare in a warm traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while public transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Raphaël to 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Raphaël to Lyon buses use the Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). Use this guide to compare Saint-Raphaël and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
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