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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Estación Autobuses | LYON | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:41 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Bilbao to Lyon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 726 - R 4 242 | Average duration16h 45m | 17kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 1 134 - R 1 432 | Average duration9h 40m | 28kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and Lyon?
Stops in Bilbao
- ACalle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
- BAbaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
- C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain - E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain - F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
Stops in Lyon
- ARue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- B
Lyon Airport
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to Lyon by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Bilbao to Lyon cost?
The bus ticket price from Bilbao to Lyon starts at R 726. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bilbao 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 Bilbao to Lyon?
The average travel time between Bilbao and Lyon is around 16h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 677 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bilbao and Lyon?
The number of buses from Bilbao to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bilbao to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bilbao to Lyon?
When taking the bus from Bilbao 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 Bilbao to Lyon?
Buses travelling between Bilbao and Lyon leave from Estación Autobuses or Zorroza, Abaro Estrata and arrive at Perrache, Lyon Airport, Lyon.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Lyon was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of R 909To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bilbao to Lyon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 909 to R 2 925 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 909, which is on 2025-11-28.
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.
