The cheapest and fastest coaches from Alicante to Lyon
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
14 h 39 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
933 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alicante to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Lyon will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
Of the 4 buses that leave Alicante for Lyon every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 933 km distance in an average of 14 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 35 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.

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Compare train, coach and flight for Alicante to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £90, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 933 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£105 Average Price | £197 Average Price | £90 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 22m Average total duration 15h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 57m Average total duration 20h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alicante to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Lyon coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 13:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 17h00 | 06:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 17h35 | 11:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alicante to Lyon
Buses from Alicante to Lyon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £48 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 933 km distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 933 km |
Average bus duration 15h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Alicante to LyonYou can travel by bus between Alicante to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as £48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Alicante to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Lyon by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alicante and Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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