How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Madrid start at R 611. The average price for this route is around R 1 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Madrid?

The average bus journey time from Lyon to Madrid is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 910 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA , Union Ivkoni .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Madrid?

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Madrid at 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Madrid?

A bus trip from Lyon to Madrid produces an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Lyon to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Madrid?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lyon to Madrid from R 849 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	Perrache	22h 15m	13:15	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	04:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	20h	00:40	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	22h 25m	15:10	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	19h 25m	00:40	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	18h 55m	00:10	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	No tags
Bus	14:00	Aéroport LYS	20h 30m	10:30	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	1d 19h	06:10	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	20:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	17h 15m	14:05	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	14:15	Perrache	23h	13:15	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	20:30	Perrache	19h 30m	16:00	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:15	Perrache	22h 45m	13:00	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	19h 25m	00:40	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	22h 25m	15:10	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Madrid on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Perrache	16h 40m	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	19h 25m	00:40	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	05:10	Perrache	17h 25m	22:35	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:30	Aéroport LYS	22h 10m	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:10 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Madrid

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 611, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

19h 25mAverage duration

910 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 611 - R 6 742	Average duration19h 25m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 790 - R 2 995	Average duration22h 50m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Madrid?

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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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
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Visit page

Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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B
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
Visit page
C
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Visit page
E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 543 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 202 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

ALSA

4.5/560 876 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Based on 60876 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 2 349

ALSA Lyon Madrid recent customer reviews

Loved that there were screens to watch movies during the travel time. However we were quite delayed arriving in Madrid, making it difficult to use the time necessary for activities that were planned.

Veronica Ines Y.

4 December 2019

There needs to be someone that lets passengers know that the bus is running late so we can attempt to make other plans. I missed work, because my bus was three hours late.

Taylor R.

8 July 2019

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 950 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Madrid by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Madrid start at R 611. The average price for this route is around R 1 770. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Madrid?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Madrid is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 910 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Madrid at 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Madrid?
A bus trip from Lyon to Madrid produces an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Madrid?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/12

R 1 201

06/12

R 3 106

Today

R 1 367

08/12

R 1 719

09/12

R 1 057

10/12

R 1 057

11/12

R 953

12/12

R 1 201

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Madrid was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 953

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

You can expect to pay from R 953 to R 3 790 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 953, which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually FlixBus 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.