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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Besançon to Lyon
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
189 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Besançon to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Lyon will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Fast coaches
Of the 6 buses that leave Besançon for Lyon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
21:002h30
Besançon23:30Lyon
£131One-way
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Besançon16:50Lyon
£131One-way
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10:202h20
Besançon12:40Lyon
£141One-way
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06:502h30
Besançon09:20Lyon
£151One-way
0 changes
11:502h30
Besançon14:20Lyon
£171One-way
0 changes
10:202h20
Besançon12:40Lyon
£141One-way
0 changes
21:002h30
Besançon23:30Lyon
£131One-way
0 changes
06:502h30
Besançon09:20Lyon
£151One-way
0 changes
11:502h30
Besançon14:20Lyon
£171One-way
0 changes
14:002h50
Besançon16:50Lyon
£131One-way
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Besançon to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 189 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Besançon to Lyon bus times
Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:20 Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 8h30 | 08:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Besançon to Lyon
FranceFrance
Buses from Besançon to Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar from Besançon to LyonYou can travel by bus between Besançon to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar for as low as £11. 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 Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£12
FlixBus frequency
3 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.
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as \Autocar\" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros."
Luggage & cancellation policy
SNCF | Autocar frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£13
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Besançon to Lyon coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Besançon to Lyon with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Besançon to Lyon.
Cheap coach tickets from Besançon to Lyon can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Besançon to Lyon is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Besançon to Lyon coach travel time is 3 h 10 min for the 117 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Besançon to Lyon leaves at 08: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Besançon to Lyon leaves at 22: 50.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Besançon to Lyon with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Besançon to Lyon coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar or SNCF | Autocar. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Besançon and Lyon to compare what amenities they may offer.
When departing from Besançon, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Besancon, Gare de la Viotte and Besançon, Parking Relais Micropolis. When arriving in Lyon, you can end your route in coach stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Gare Perrache and Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Besancon, Gare de la Viotte, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 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.
A trip to Lyon from Besançon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Besançon to Lyon is December.
You have options as you can travel from Besançon to Lyon 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Besançon to Lyon has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Besançon to Lyon.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Besançon to Lyon.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Besançon to Lyon.
No, luggage for the coach from Besançon to Lyon needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Besançon to Lyon.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Besançon to Lyon.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Besançon to Lyon.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Besançon to Lyon.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Besançon and Lyon
Besançon
Lyon
The major coach station for departures in Besançon is Besançon, Avenue du Maréchal Foch (Gare Viotte). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Besançon, Avenue du Maréchal Foch (Gare Viotte) for your trip from Besançon to Lyon.
Besançon, Avenue du Maréchal Foch (Gare Viotte)
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Besancon, Gare de la Viotte
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Besançon, Parking Relais Micropolis
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The major coach station for arrivals in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache for your trip to Lyon from Besançon.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Cours de VerdunWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
Lyon, Dardilly
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Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport
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Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)
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