How to travel from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse

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Compare train and bus for Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, while a train costs an average of $20.

Distance: 19 miles (32 km)

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$8

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$20

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$11

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1h 30m

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1h 28m

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58m

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34m

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0.0 - 0.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse is a bus with an average price of $8 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse:

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse costing on average $20 (€16).

The fastest way to travel from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse is by train with an average journey time of 1h 28m.

Other travel options to Bourg-en-Bresse take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Mâcon and Bourg-en-Bresse including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $20 (€16) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.01 (€-7.46). The journey takes 58m versus 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse

How to get from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF | Autocar
    4:04 PM1h02
    Mâcon
    5:06 PMBourg-en-Bresse
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SNCF | Autocar
    4:04 PM1h02
    Mâcon
    5:06 PMBourg-en-Bresse
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | Autocar
    4:04 PM1h02
    Mâcon
    5:06 PMBourg-en-Bresse
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | Autocar
    8:04 AM1h02
    Mâcon
    9:06 AMBourg-en-Bresse
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | Autocar
    7:04 PM1h02
    Mâcon
    8:06 PMBourg-en-Bresse
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | Autocar
    3:04 PM1h02
    Mâcon
    4:06 PMBourg-en-Bresse
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse

Travel to Bourg-en-Bresse easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Mâcon and Bourg-en-Bresse including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse is a bus with an average price of $8 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse:

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse costing on average $20 (€16).

The fastest way to travel from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse is by train with an average journey time of 1h 28m.

Other travel options to Bourg-en-Bresse take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 30m.

The distance from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse is approximately 19 miles (32 km).
The average frequency per day from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mâcon and Bourg-en-Bresse as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | Autocar to go to Bourg-en-Bresse by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Bourg-en-Bresse by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse:
  • 5 direct buses per day with SNCF | Autocar.
Omio customers who travel from Mâcon to Bourg-en-Bresse often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lyon, Geneva, Oyonnax, Lyon Part Dieu. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bourg-en-Bresse and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bourg-en-Bresse to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling visit to Bourg-en-Bresse, 2 to 3 days is ideal to explore its main attractions, such as the Royal Monastery of Brou, the Old Town, and local culinary delights.

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