4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rouen to Lyon
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 38 m
Buses per day
13
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 £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 13 buses that leave Rouen 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 498 km distance in an average of 8 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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.
7978 · 9476313:2010h30Rouen, Avenue Champlain23:50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£331One-way1 change- 7906 · 5010715:209h00Rouen, Avenue Champlain0:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£331One-way1 change
- 7932 · 5088320:259h00Rouen, Avenue Champlain5:25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£391One-way1 change
- 7932 · 478720:259h00Rouen, Avenue Champlain5:25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£441One-way1 change
- 7932 · 513320:258h55Rouen, Avenue Champlain5:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£441One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus18:508h20Rouen, Avenue Champlain3:10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£951One-way1 change- FlixBus20:558h25Rouen, Avenue Champlain5:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£541One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:008h40Rouen, Avenue Champlain18:40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£591One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:458h50Rouen, Avenue Champlain19:35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£611One-way1 change
- 7932 · 513320:258h55Rouen, Avenue Champlain5:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£441One-way1 change
Travel Information
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 £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. 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 £16, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 498 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price | £183 Average Price |
8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
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 tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 9h35 | 17:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 8h40 | 18:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 8h50 | 19:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| 7978 · 94763 | 13:20 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 10h30 | 23:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| 7906 · 50107 | 15:20 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 9h00 | 0:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:50 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 9h15 | 1:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 8h20 | 3:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:05 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 9h30 | 4:35 Lyon | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:05 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 9h45 | 4:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| 7932 · 4787 | 20:25 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 9h00 | 5:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| 7932 · 5133 | 20:25 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 8h55 | 5:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| 7932 · 50883 | 20:25 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 9h00 | 5:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 20:55 Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 8h25 | 5:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 £16 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 7h 55m.
Distance 498 km |
Average bus duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
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 £16. 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rouen and Lyon
Most Rouen to Lyon buses use the Rouen, Avenue Champlain to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Use this guide to compare Rouen and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Rouen station do buses to Lyon leave from?
Getting to Rouen, Avenue Champlain from Rouen city centre
Rouen, Avenue Champlain is 1 km from Rouen city centre. Public transport options include:
Rouen, Avenue Champlain bus station facilities and services
Rouen, Avenue Champlain has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Le Bistro Rouennais (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rouen, Avenue Champlain: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rouen, Avenue Champlain: Elevators, ramps.
Which Lyon station do buses from Rouen arrive at?
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) from Lyon city centre
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, St Exupéry Aéroport from Lyon city centre
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