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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rouen to Lyon
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
498 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rouen to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rouen to Lyon will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
Of the 7 buses that leave Rouen for Lyon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 498 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Rouen to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 498 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £154 Average Price |
8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg 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.
Live departures
Rouen to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rouen to Lyon coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:10 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 12h35 | 19:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:55 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 11h05 | 05:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 7902 · 5133 | 18:45 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 9h30 | 04:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rouen to Lyon
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Buses from Rouen to Lyon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 498 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 498 km |
Average bus duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Rouen to LyonYou can travel by bus between Rouen to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rouen to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rouen 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rouen, Avenue Champlain, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rouen and Lyon
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Le Bistro Rouennais (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 11, 13, 20 Train: Rouen Rive Droite
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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