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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
12 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 39 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
675 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bilbao will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.
Of the 7 buses that leave Lyon for Bilbao every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 675 km distance in an average of 14 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 10 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 Lyon to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £257.
Distance: 675 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£57 Average Price Cheapest | £170 Average Price | £257 Average Price |
13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg 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
Lyon to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bilbao coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Normal · Normal | 04:10 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 18h35 | 22:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| 4768 · 95919 | 06:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h30 | 19:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h55 | 22:25 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:05 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h50 | 02:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h10 | 03:00 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 12h50 | 03:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h50 | 12:50 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Bilbao
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Buses from Lyon to Bilbao run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 675 km distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 675 km |
Average bus duration 13h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Ourbus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Lyon to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Bilbao with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Ourbus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Lyon, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache. When arriving in Bilbao, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Bilbao
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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