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Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£50
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
9 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
10 h 16 m
Buses on 05 Sept
5
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Tarragona will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 5 buses from Lyon to Tarragona, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 591 km distance in an average of 10 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 55 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £61, while a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 591 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
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£65 Average Price | £75 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Tarragona:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lyon to Tarragona costing on average £65.
A train is £13 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Tarragona costing on average £75.
Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 59m.
Coach takes on average 10h 5m.
Tickets start at around £65 compared to roughly £160 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £95. The journey takes 10h 5m versus 7h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Tarragona coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 19:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h55 | 5:55 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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3357 | 1:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h40 | 11:40 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ normal | 5:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h55 | 15:10 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ normal | 5:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h55 | 15:10 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ normal | 5:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h55 | 15:10 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Lyon to Tarragona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 591 km distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 591 km |
Average bus duration 10h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Discover the best of Tarragona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tarragona trip today.
Main archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying sculptures, mosaics and finds that give context to the city's ancient monuments.
Art museum in a historic building with Gothic and modern collections, religious works and temporary exhibitions in the old quarter.
Local history museum with Roman remains under the square and exhibits on Tarragona's urban development across different periods.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and balconies, popular for walks, sea views and easy access to the historic centre.
Broad pedestrian avenue between the station area and old town, known for shops, civic buildings and everyday city life.
Historic upper town of narrow lanes, small squares and stone façades, ideal for wandering between cathedral and Roman remains.
Romesco is Tarragona’s signature sauce of roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds and olive oil, traditionally served with fish, calçots or seafood.
Calçots are sweet spring onions charred over flames and dipped in romesco. They are central to winter calçotades across Tarragona province.
Xató is a Catalan salad of escarole, salt cod, tuna, anchovies and olives with a nutty romesco-style dressing, popular along this coast.
Established harbour-side dining room specialising in Mediterranean seafood, paellas and market fish with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant in El Serrallo, popular for rice dishes, shellfish and classic coastal cooking in a polished setting.
Traditional tavern-style venue in the old town known for vermouth, tapas and Catalan small plates in a lively historic setting.
Moderate for Spain: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near the coast can raise overall trip costs versus smaller inland cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare rather than tipping heavily.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Tarragona 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 Tarragona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Tarragona buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Salou, Avenida de Joan Fuster (Port Aventura). Use this guide to compare Lyon and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
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