The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bordeaux to Lyon
Cheapest price
50S$
Average price
82S$
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bordeaux to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Lyon will cost around 82S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 50S$.
Of the 10 buses that leave Bordeaux for Lyon every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 436 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.
31683:20 PM6h45Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes10:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)50 S$1One-way0 changes
5067012:30 PM8h05Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes8:35 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)50 S$1One-way0 changes
850010:00 AM8h10Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes6:10 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)50 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:05 AM7h25Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate5:30 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)51 S$1One-way0 changes
945614:00 PM7h20Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes11:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)55 S$1One-way0 changes
31683:20 PM6h45Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes10:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)50 S$1One-way0 changes
476711:59 PM6h51Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes6:50 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)90 S$1One-way0 changes
945614:00 PM7h20Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes11:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)55 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:05 AM7h25Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate5:30 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)51 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:40 AM7h30Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont)5:10 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)126 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 24S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 24S$, and a train costs an average of 73S$.
Distance: 436 km
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38S$ Average Price Cheapest | 100S$ Average Price | 148S$ Average Price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Lyon coaches for today, Saturday, 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 7h50 | 5:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 7h30 | 5:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
8500 | 10:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h10 | 6:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 7h25 | 5:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
50670 | 12:30 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h05 | 8:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
3168 | 3:20 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 6h45 | 10:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
94561 | 4:00 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 7h20 | 11:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 8h10 | 6:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
4767 | 11:59 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 6h51 | 6:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday, 14 June | |||||
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 8h05 | 10:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Lyon
Buses from Bordeaux to Lyon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 24S$ if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 436 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 436 km |
Average bus duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price 24S$ |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Bordeaux to LyonYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as 24S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
- 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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