- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Leading fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections of painting, sculpture, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand setting.
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Buses per day
57
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Lyon will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 57 buses that leave Paris for Lyon every day 57 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 393 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 393 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £219 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Lyon coaches for today, Thursday 20 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50107 | 18:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h35 | 0:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 1:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 1:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
3357 | 19:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h35 | 0:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
4781 | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h40 | 1:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 2:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
50755 | 20:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h50 | 2:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h35 | 2:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h30 | 3:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
50617 | 21:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h45 | 3:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
83133 | 22:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 4:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Paris, Porte Maillot | 6h40 | 5:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h05 | 4:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
5807 | 22:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h45 | 4:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h50 | 4:35 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 5:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:00 Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 6h00 | 5:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 5:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:10 Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h40 | 4:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
5133 | 23:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 5:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:20 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h40 | 5:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:20 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h40 | 5:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:20 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h40 | 5:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h50 | 5:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
50883 | 23:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h45 | 5:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
4787 | 23:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 5:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 0:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 6:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h40 | 6:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h45 | 7:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h55 | 12:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 12:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
58073 | 7:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h10 | 13:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
54031 | 8:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h00 | 14:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h05 | 14:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h20 | 15:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
94765 | 9:05 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h35 | 14:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
3897 | 9:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h55 | 15:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h25 | 16:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 7h40 | 18:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
51708 | 10:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h25 | 16:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h50 | 17:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 Paris, Porte Maillot | 6h30 | 18:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
5131 | 12:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h20 | 18:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
51471 | 13:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h10 | 19:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h05 | 19:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 6h20 | 20:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
51991 | 15:20 Paris, Porte Maillot | 6h20 | 21:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 5h30 | 22:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 22:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h30 | 22:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h00 | 22:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h00 | 22:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h00 | 22:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
3091 | 18:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h45 | 23:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
94763 | 18:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h40 | 23:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h35 | 23:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Paris to Lyon run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 33 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 393 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 393 km |
Average bus duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon trip today.
Leading fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections of painting, sculpture, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand setting.
Modern museum exploring natural history, science and societies through immersive design and striking architecture at the tip of the Presqu’île.
Museum dedicated to cinema and miniature art, featuring detailed sets, props and displays linked to the Lumière brothers and visual storytelling.
Renaissance quarter of lanes, courtyards and traboules. It is one of the best areas for walking, architecture and discovering historic Lyon at street level.
Central square known for open space, fountains and major events. A practical starting point for exploring Presqu’île and the city centre on foot.
Slopes district of stairways, murals and creative energy. It blends local life, independent shops and striking urban views between Rhône and Saône.
Rich fish stew from the Lyon area, usually made with freshwater fish, crayfish and vegetables, often finished with cream. A regional speciality tied to local rivers.
Soft dumplings made with pike and choux pastry, typically baked with creamy sauce. A classic Lyonnais dish served in bouchons and family restaurants.
Warm salad of frisée lettuce with bacon lardons, croutons and a poached egg. It is a staple of traditional bouchon cooking in Lyon.
Refined dining room known for elegant French cuisine rooted in Lyon tradition. Suitable for a special meal with polished service.
Well-known traditional bouchon with hearty regional cooking and an old Lyon atmosphere. Good for charcuterie, offal dishes and local desserts.
Historic bouchon serving classic Lyonnais dishes in a warm, traditional setting. A reliable choice for quenelles, salads and local specialities.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are cheaper than Paris, but central stays and bouchons still add up. Public transport is good value.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; cafés often just leave small change.
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Lyon Perrache Bus Station -> Place Bellecour, Lyon
Across the country, bus travel in France is becoming a great alternative to train travel. Eurolines, the bus provider with the most bus connections across Europe, operates buses from Lyon to Paris. The direct journey takes around 6 hours. From Mondays to Saturdays there are four departures a day from the early morning into the evening. There is a reduced service on Sundays.
Return Buses from Paris to Lyon are also available.
The Perrache Bus Station in Lyon lies within the city centre, next to one of the three railway stations in Lyon and on Line A of the Metro system. Transports en Commun Lyonnais (TCL) operates an extensive network of over 100 local and regional buses, 2 funiculars and 4 tramway and Metro lines, as well as the Noctambul night bus which runs on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. A taxi rank is situated outside Lyon Perrache Bus Station.
Paris is a romantic and vibrant city with iconic monuments known the world over, such as the cloud-piercing Eiffel Tower and the majestic Arc de Triomphe. Notre Dame Cathedral sits beside the banks of the River Seine, on which visitors can enjoy both day and evening boat trips. World-class museums and galleries include the modern Pompidou Centre, as well as the huge halls of the Louvre and the Impressionist galleries in the Musee d'Orsay. Buses from Lyon to Paris arrive at the Paris Gallieni Porte Bagnolet station in the Saint Denis district of the city. The bus station is on the Gallieni stop of the Metro system. Sixteen Metro lines and a large bus network provide transport across the city, to the airports and to surrounding towns and villages. Paris has a night bus service known as the Noctilien and taxis are available outside the bus station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

Most Paris to Lyon buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Use this guide to compare Paris and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C). ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C).
Available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C): Station is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
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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