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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Lyon
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
8787 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lyon will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.
Of the 1 buses that leave Madrid for Lyon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 8787 km distance in an average of 16 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 45 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.
20:3016h45Madrid - South Station13:15Lyon£731One-way0 changes
- 20:3016h45Madrid - South Station13:15Lyon£731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Madrid to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £73. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 17h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £73, and a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 8787 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£80 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price |
17h 56m Average total duration Fastest 17h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 16m Average total duration 17h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Madrid to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lyon coaches for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:30 Madrid - South Station | 16h45 | 13:15 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 23:00 Estación Sur De Autobuses | 19h30 | 18:30 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Lyon.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Lyon.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Lyon
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Buses from Madrid to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £73 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 20:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 8787 km distance in 16h 45m.
Distance 8787 km |
Average bus duration 17h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 45m |
First bus 20:30 |
Last bus 23:00 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus from Madrid to LyonYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Lyon with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £73. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- 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.
- 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.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
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