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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Tarbes to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a flight costs an average of £396.
Distance: 470 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price | £396 Average Price | £149 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tarbes to Lyon:
A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarbes to Lyon costing on average £113.
A coach is £337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarbes to Lyon costing on average £396.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 30m.
Coach takes on average 11h 40m.
Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £149 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £90. The journey takes 11h 10m versus 6h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Lyon from Tarbes by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Tarbes to Lyon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Lyon are Grenoble, Paris, Saint-Étienne, Avignon and Annecy. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Lyon on Omio.
Grenoble is an Alpine city known for its universities, research centres and lively student life. Set between three mountain ranges, it combines a compact old town with a practical, outdoors-focused character.
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
Saint-Étienne is known for its industrial heritage, design scene and deep football culture. Former mining and manufacturing districts sit alongside student life, modern cultural venues and quick access to the Pilat countryside.
Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.
Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.
Travel to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Tarbes to Lyon.
This is compared to other travel options from Tarbes to Lyon:
A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarbes to Lyon costing on average £113.
A coach is £337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarbes to Lyon costing on average £396.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 30m.
Coach takes on average 11h 40m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Tarbes and Lyon as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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