The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Nîmes
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Nîmes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Nîmes will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 17 buses that leave Lyon for Nîmes every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 217 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
Normal20:502h45Lyon, Perrache Bus Station23:35Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£161One-way0 changes
Normal20:502h45Lyon, Perrache Bus Station23:35Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£161One-way0 changes
FlixBus4:353h35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:10Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£221One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:503h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)14:40Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£271One-way0 changes
FlixBus17:003h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)20:00Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£281One-way0 changes
5415320:552h40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)23:35Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£401One-way0 changes
Normal20:502h45Lyon, Perrache Bus Station23:35Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£161One-way0 changes
Normal20:502h45Lyon, Perrache Bus Station23:35Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£161One-way0 changes
9312910:303h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)13:30Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus16:003h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)19:00Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lyon to Nîmes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Nîmes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 217 km
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3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Nîmes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Nîmes coaches for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 16:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h00 | 19:00 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
3186 | 16:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h00 | 19:30 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h00 | 20:00 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h05 | 22:05 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h10 | 1:25 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h00 | 1:20 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
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50617 | 3:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h15 | 6:50 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h35 | 8:10 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 Lyon | 3h40 | 8:20 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h20 | 8:20 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h10 | 10:40 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h10 | 12:10 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
93129 | 10:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h00 | 13:30 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h50 | 14:40 Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Nîmes
Buses from Lyon to Nîmes run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 217 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Internorte from Lyon to NîmesYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Nîmes with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Internorte for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Nîmes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Nîmes 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 Nîmes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Nîmes
Most Lyon to Nîmes buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Nîmes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do buses to Nîmes leave from?
Getting to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) from Lyon city centre
Getting to Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport from Lyon city centre
Getting to Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) from Nîmes city centre
Most popular bus connections from Lyon
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