How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Lyon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to Lyon start at R 618. The average price for this route is around R 1 910. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Lyon?

The average bus journey time from Madrid to Lyon is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 913 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 25m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Madrid to Lyon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA , Union Ivkoni , KLR Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Lyon at 00:14. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus trip from Madrid to Lyon 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 Madrid to Lyon?

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 60787 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

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

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 Madrid to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Madrid to Lyon from R 814 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	19h 15m	18:15	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	16h 40m	13:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Estación Sur	19h 15m	18:15	Perrache	No tags
Bus	19:05	Madrid (South)	22h	17:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	23:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	18h 45m	18:15	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	1d	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	16h 40m	13:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	18h 1m	18:15	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 20m	17:10	Perrache	No tags
Bus	19:10	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	23h 35m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	1d	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	16h 40m	13:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	10:00	Estación Sur	19h	05:00	Perrache	No tags
Bus	11:55	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h	04:55	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	20h	10:50	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h	04:55	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	16h 40m	13:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	08:35	Estación Sur	17h 25m	02:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:14	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	18h 1m	18:15	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 20m	17:10	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h	04:55	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	16h 40m	13:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	1d	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:55	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h	04:55	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	20h	10:50	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Estación Sur	23h	09:00	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	16h 40m	13:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	08:35	Estación Sur	17h 25m	02:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	18h 10m	04:55	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 20m	17:10	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h	04:55	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	16h 40m	13:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Estación Sur	20h 45m	03:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:55	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h	04:55	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	20h	10:50	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Estación Sur	22h 30m	08:30	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	16h 40m	13:30	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	08:35	Estación Sur	17h 25m	02:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:55	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	17h	04:55	Lyon Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 20m	17:10	Perrache	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:47 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Madrid 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 17 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 501, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

17h 40mAverage duration

913 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 618 - R 6 333	Average duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 501 - R 2 501	Average duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Lyon?

Stops in Madrid

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

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
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 481 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 180 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

ALSA

4.5/560 849 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 949 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

WiFi4.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Lyon 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 Madrid to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to Lyon start at R 618. The average price for this route is around R 1 910. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Madrid to Lyon is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 913 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 25m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Union Ivkoni, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Lyon at 00:14. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Lyon?
A bus trip from Madrid to Lyon 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 Madrid to Lyon?
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 60787 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madrid to Lyon?
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 Madrid to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

28/11

R 1 503

29/11

R 1 564

Today

R 1 485

01/12

R 1 480

02/12

R 1 063

03/12

R 1 064

04/12

R 1 168

05/12

R 1 210

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Lyon was searched and found on 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 063

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 063 to R 3 617 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 063, which is on 2025-12-02.

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.