The cheapest and fastest coaches from Briançon to Lyon
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
6
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Briançon to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Briançon to Lyon will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 6 buses that leave Briançon 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 170 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Briançon to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Briançon to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. 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 £13, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £247 Average Price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Briançon to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Briançon to Lyon coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 17:10 Oulx, Piazza Europa | 3h05 | 20:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:20 Oulx, Piazza Europa | 3h15 | 23:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Briançon to Lyon
Buses from Briançon to Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:35, the last at 21:20. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 03:35 |
Last bus 21:20 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus, Zou! Lignes Express Régionales from Briançon to LyonYou can travel by bus between Briançon to Lyon with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus, Zou! Lignes Express Régionales for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Zou! Lignes Express Régionales
FAQs: Briançon to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Briançon 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 Briançon, Gare SNCF, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Briançon and Lyon
- 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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