Lyon to Calais bus with BlaBlaCar Bus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Calais

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£65

Average price

£69

Fastest journey

7 h 40 m

Average duration

7 h 50 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

620 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lyon to Calais will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £65.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Lyon for Calais every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 620 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 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.

BlaBlaCar
09:007h50
Lyon
16:50Calais
£651One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
10:108h00
Lyon
18:10Calais
£701One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
10:507h40
Lyon
18:30Calais
£741One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, flight and coach for Lyon to Calais

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £150.

Distance: 620 km

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Train
Flight

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£96

Average Price

£285

Average Price

9h 18m

Average total duration

8h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15h 3m

Average total duration

12h 3m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.9 - 3.7kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Lyon to Calais bus times

The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Calais coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:22
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacar08:00 Lyon
7h50
15:50 Calais0 changesdirect
blablacar09:10 Lyon
8h00
17:10 Calais0 changesdirect
blablacar09:50 Lyon
7h40
17:30 Calais0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lyon to Calais

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Buses from Lyon to Calais run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:35, the last at 17:38. The fastest coach covers the 620 km distance in 12h 30m.

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
620 km
Average bus duration
8h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
12h 30m
First bus
03:35
Last bus
17:38
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: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to CalaisYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Calais with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
12h 30m
Cheapest Price
£26
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 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.
Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus

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
1 a day

FAQs: Lyon to Calais coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Calais 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 Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Calais can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Calais is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Lyon to Calais coach time is 11 h 45 min   covering the 384 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Lyon to Calais leaves at 01: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Lyon to Calais leaves at 11: 00.
There are 2 coaches a day from Lyon to Calais which require at least one change with BlaBlaCar Bus or BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Lyon to Calais you can take a coach with BlaBlaCar Bus or BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Lyon and Calais on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Lyon to Calais by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Calais including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Lyon to Calais has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Calais.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Lyon to Calais.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Lyon to Calais.
    No, luggage for the coach from Lyon to Calais needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Lyon to Calais.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Lyon to Calais.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Calais.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Lyon to Calais.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Calais

    Lyon
    Calais
    The major coach station for departures 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 from Lyon to Calais.
    Lyon, Gare Routière de PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    13 Cours de Verdun, 69002 Lyon, France
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Cours de Verdun
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café de la Gare (in the station)
    • Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
    • Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    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

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