What are the most popular routes to France?
| Route | Average price | Average duration | Daily departures | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon - Paris | Average price£21 | Average duration6h | Daily departures40 | |
| Paris - Bordeaux | Average price£31 | Average duration7h 40m | Daily departures44 | |
| Nantes - Paris | Average price£23 | Average duration5h 45m | Daily departures24 | |
| Paris - Marseille | Average price£44 | Average duration12h 30m | Daily departures33 | |
| Paris - Rennes | Average price£20 | Average duration5h | Daily departures18 | |
| Paris - Marseille | Average price£64 | Average duration3h 19m | Daily departures2 | |
| Montpellier - Paris | Average price£42 | Average duration12h 10m | Daily departures32 | |
| Paris - Lille | Average price£13 | Average duration3h | Daily departures59 | |
| Nancy - Paris | Average price£22 | Average duration6h 30m | Daily departures9 | |
| Paris - Grenoble | Average price£28 | Average duration8h 40m | Daily departures21 |
What popular bus companies operate in France?
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Frequently asked questions about travelling in France
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a coach ticket cost in France?
Bus travel in France is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was £42. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in France:
Lyon ↔ Paris (average: £21)
Paris ↔ Bordeaux (average: £31)
Nantes ↔ Paris (average: £23)What is the best way to travel around France?
While you can choose between different modes of transport, Buses, Trains and Ferries are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore France:
- Bus: 14131 routes
- Carpool: 4965 routes
- Train: 42 routes
- Ferry: 24 routesHow do I book coach and train tickets in France?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in France?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in France with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, Carte Bancaire, American Express, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment
Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.How do I travel from Lyon to Paris by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Lyon to Paris
Travel time: 6h
Ticket prices: From £21
Frequency: 40 departures daily
Recommended operators: BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos, MarinoBus, ALSA, FlixBus, Sindbad, Maheux, Flibco, Itabus, RegioJetHow do I get from France to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses that connect to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Paris ↔ Geneva, Switzerland
Marseille ↔ Barcelona, Spain
Paris ↔ Rotterdam, Netherlands
The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Paris ↔ Cologne, Germany
Lyon ↔ Rome, Italy
Lyon ↔ Milano, ItalyWhat are the most popular airports in France?
You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Orly Airport, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Nice Airport, Lyon Airport, Marseille Airport, Toulouse Airport, Biarritz Airport, Beauvais Airport (BVA), Nantes Airport