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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
28 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave Villefranche-sur-Saône 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 28 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 53 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.
05:300h42
Villefranche/s - Gare Routiere06:12Lyon
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05:450h45
Villefranche/s - Gare Routiere06:30Lyon
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06:000h53
Villefranche/s - Gare Routiere06:53Lyon
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06:150h59
Villefranche/s - Gare Routiere07:14Lyon
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06:200h59
Villefranche/s - Gare Routiere07:19Lyon
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05:350h40
Villefranche Sur Saone06:15Lyon
£61One-way
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05:300h42
Villefranche/s - Gare Routiere06:12Lyon
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05:050h44
Villefranche Sur Saone05:49Lyon
£61One-way
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05:450h45
Villefranche/s - Gare Routiere06:30Lyon
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Villefranche/s - Gare Routiere06:53Lyon
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 28 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:10 Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0h20 | 07:30 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:30 Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0h30 | 08:00 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:30 Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0h30 | 14:00 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:40 Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0h30 | 16:10 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:20 Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0h10 | 19:30 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:05 Villefranche Sur Saone | 0h44 | 05:49 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon
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Buses from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 22:24 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, maisonneuve, SNCF Bus from Villefranche-sur-Saône to LyonYou can travel by bus between Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon with BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, maisonneuve, SNCF Bus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as \Autocar\" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£6
SNCF | Autocar frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
maisonneuve
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
maisonneuve frequency
15 a day
SNCF Bus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£6
SNCF Bus frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
Cheap coach tickets from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is £6; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is 40 min to travel the 17 mile long journey, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon leaves at 04: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon leaves at 04: 35.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon without having to change trains with maisonneuve or SNCF Bus. There are 5 direct coaches from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon coach with BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, maisonneuve or SNCF Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Lyon from Villefranche-sur-Saône as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Lyon from Villefranche-sur-Saône is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is December.
You have options as you can travel to Lyon from Villefranche-sur-Saône 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
No, luggage for the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Villefranche-sur-Saône and Lyon
Villefranche-sur-Saône
Lyon
The major coach station for departures in Villefranche-sur-Saône is Villefranche-sur-Saône, Parking Covoiturage. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Villefranche-sur-Saône, Parking Covoiturage for your trip from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.
Villefranche-sur-Saône, Parking Covoiturage
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The major coach station for arrivals in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache for your trip to Lyon from Villefranche-sur-Saône.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Cours de VerdunWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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