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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Bourges
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Bourges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bourges will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 4 buses that leave Lyon for Bourges 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 239 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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 coach and train for Lyon to Bourges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bourges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 239 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Lyon to Bourges bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bourges 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 21:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h05 | 02:40 Bourges, Rue du Pré Doulet | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Bourges
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Buses from Lyon to Bourges run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 21:05. The fastest coach covers the 239 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 239 km |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 21:05 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to BourgesYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Bourges with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Bourges coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bourges 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 Bourges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bourges, Rue du Pré Doulet, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Bourges
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
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