How far is Lyon from Poitiers by coach?

The journey from Poitiers to Lyon by coach covers an approximate distance of 224 miles (361 km).

Is there a way to reach Lyon from Poitiers without a car?

The best way to go from Poitiers to Lyon without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Poitiers to Lyon from £20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Poitiers to Lyon on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:40	Poitiers	11h 35m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:15	Poitiers	11h	23:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	16:45	Poitiers	11h 15m	04:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:15	Poitiers	13h 35m	06:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Poitiers to Lyon on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Poitiers	11h	23:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:40	Poitiers	11h 35m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:45	Poitiers	11h 15m	04:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:15	Poitiers	13h 35m	06:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Poitiers to Lyon on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:45	Poitiers	11h 15m	04:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:15	Poitiers	11h	23:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:25	Poitiers	13h 50m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:15	Poitiers	13h 35m	06:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Poitiers to Lyon on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Poitiers	11h	23:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:40	Poitiers	11h 35m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:45	Poitiers	11h 45m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:15	Poitiers	13h 35m	06:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 23:38 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Poitiers to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

6hAverage duration

224 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£21 - £107	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£72 - £270	Average duration5h 3m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£24 - £55	Average duration6h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,314 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,118 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Poitiers and Lyon?

Stops in Poitiers

A - Gare routière de Poitiers

B - Futuroscope (Hôtel Campanile) - Arrêt de bus

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Poitiers to Lyon

How far is Lyon from Poitiers by coach?
The journey from Poitiers to Lyon by coach covers an approximate distance of 224 miles (361 km).
Is there a way to reach Lyon from Poitiers without a car?
The best way to go from Poitiers to Lyon without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

£34

14/11

£38

Today

£21

16/11

£37

17/11

£24

18/11

£25

19/11

£47

20/11

£24

The cheapest trip from Poitiers to Lyon was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Poitiers to Lyon as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £87 for a bus ticket from Poitiers to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2025-11-17.