- Must visit
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
$56
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarragona to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Lyon will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 3 buses that leave Tarragona for Lyon on Thu, Jul 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 591 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 367 miles (591 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $80 Average price | $147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tarragona to Lyon:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarragona to Lyon costing on average $80 (€66).
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarragona to Lyon costing on average $99 (€81).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 58m.
Bus takes on average 10h 6m.
Tickets start at around $64 (€53) compared to roughly $147 (€120) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $82 (€68). The journey takes 10h 6m versus 6h 52m 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 Bus, FlixBus, 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 04:59PM | Duration 19h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $97 |
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Lyon buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3356 | 1:50 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 10h20 | 12:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal+ Normal | 3:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 14h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 3:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 14h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 3:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 14h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 4:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 13h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 4:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 13h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 4:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 13h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:20 PM Tarragona | 11h45 | 4:05 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:20 PM Tarragona | 12h55 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 4:20 PM Tarragona | 12h55 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 4:20 PM Tarragona | 12h55 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 5:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 12h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 5:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 12h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 5:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 12h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 6:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 11h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 6:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 11h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 6:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 11h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 7:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 7:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
normal+ Normal | 7:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 5:15 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:05 AM Tarragona | 11h15 | 11:20 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tarragona to Lyon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $26 (€22) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 367 miles (591 km) distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 367 miles (591 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:35 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 Tarragona 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 Tarragona to Lyon buses use the Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses 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 Tarragona 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.
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