How much does a bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon cost?

The bus ticket price from Barcelona to Lyon starts at R 481. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Barcelona to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Lyon?

The average travel time between Barcelona and Lyon is around 9h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 532 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Barcelona and Lyon?

The number of buses from Barcelona to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Barcelona to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Barcelona to Lyon?

When taking the bus from Barcelona to Lyon, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Barcelona to Lyon?

Buses travelling between Barcelona and Lyon leave from Barcelona Airport or Estació del Nord de Barcelona and arrive at Lyon Airport, Perrache, Lyon.

Bus Barcelona to Lyon from R 438 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Barcelona Nord	9h	20:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Barcelona Nord	7h 45m	07:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	20:10	Barcelona Nord	8h	04:10	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	15h 15m	12:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Barcelona Nord	9h 5m	17:30	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Barcelona Nord	7h 45m	07:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Barcelona Nord	8h	08:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	16h 5m	12:55	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Barcelona Nord	9h 5m	17:30	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Barcelona Nord	7h 45m	07:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	20:10	Barcelona Nord	8h	04:10	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	9h 15m	18:15	Perrache	No tags
Bus	02:50	Barcelona Nord	9h 25m	12:15	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:45	Barcelona Nord	7h 45m	07:30	Perrache	CheapestFastest
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	02:50	Barcelona Nord	9h 25m	12:15	Perrache	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	02:20	Sants	9h 55m	12:15	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Barcelona Nord	9h 5m	17:30	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Barcelona Nord	7h 45m	07:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	11:00	Barcelona Nord	9h	20:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	9h 15m	18:15	Perrache	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	16h 15m	13:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Barcelona Nord	9h 5m	17:30	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Barcelona Nord	7h 45m	07:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	11:00	Barcelona Nord	9h	20:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	16h 5m	12:55	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Barcelona Nord	9h	20:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Barcelona Nord	7h 45m	07:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Barcelona Nord	8h 30m	02:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	15h 15m	12:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 537, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

6h 40mAverage duration

532 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 481 - R 3 275	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 921 - R 2 436	Average duration5h 1m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 537 - R 1 552	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 316 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 120 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

According to 18 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 492

BlaBlaBus Barcelona Lyon recent customer reviews

So sad the bus driver didn’t accept my booking because he didn’t see it on his cell phone. I booked another trip somewhere else. Please give me a credit .

Edward E.

18 September 2022

Very good experience

Angela Maria A.

16 December 2019

ALSA

4.5/560 754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Based on 60754 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 172

ALSA INTERNACIONAL Barcelona Lyon recent customer reviews

Bus was 2 hours late to destination. Only 1 comfort break over an 11 hr journey. There seemed to be a lot of disorder in seating. Bus itself was not very comfortable. No WiFi or entertainment.

Henry J.

14 August 2023

The trip was ok but we arrived 45 minutes late

ÈRic N.

21 November 2024

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

WiFi4.6

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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

Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Lyon?

Stops in Barcelona

A - Barcelona Airport

B - Estació del Nord de Barcelona

C - Barcelona Sants

D - Carrer de Numància, 165

E - Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia

F - Zona Universitaria

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Lyon by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon cost?
The bus ticket price from Barcelona to Lyon starts at R 481. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Barcelona to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Lyon?
The average travel time between Barcelona and Lyon is around 9h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 532 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Barcelona and Lyon?
The number of buses from Barcelona to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Barcelona to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Barcelona to Lyon?
When taking the bus from Barcelona to Lyon, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Barcelona to Lyon?
Buses travelling between Barcelona and Lyon leave from Barcelona Airport or Estació del Nord de Barcelona and arrive at Lyon Airport, Perrache, Lyon.

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

R 2 611

14/11

R 1 940

Today

R 522

16/11

R 595

17/11

R 553

18/11

R 939

19/11

R 459

20/11

R 438

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Lyon was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 438

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

You can expect to pay from R 438 to R 3 101 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 438, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually ALSA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Barcelona to Lyon?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 10m	Avg priceR 900	Daily departures14
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 1m	Avg priceR 1 701	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time6h 40m	Avg priceR 987	Daily departures3