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

The bus ticket price from Metz to Lyon starts at R 483. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Metz 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 Metz to Lyon?

The average travel time between Metz and Lyon is around 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 389 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Metz 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 Metz to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Metz to Lyon?

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

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

Buses travelling between Metz and Lyon leave from Gare routière de Metz or Arrêt d'Autobus de Metz - Monument aux Morts and arrive at Lyon Airport, Perrache, Lyon.

Bus Metz to Lyon from R 461 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Metz to Lyon on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 20m	04:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Metz to Lyon on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:45	Gare routière de Metz	10h 55m	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:25	Gare routière de Metz	12h 20m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	12:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 35m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 20m	04:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	18:20	Gare routière de Metz	10h 55m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	18:20	Gare routière de Metz	11h	05:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Metz to Lyon on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	12:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 35m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	02:45	Gare routière de Metz	10h 55m	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	06:25	Gare routière de Metz	12h 20m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 20m	04:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:20	Gare routière de Metz	10h 55m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Metz to Lyon on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	02:45	Gare routière de Metz	10h 55m	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:25	Gare routière de Metz	12h 20m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	12:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 35m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 20m	04:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	18:20	Gare routière de Metz	10h 55m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	18:20	Gare routière de Metz	11h	05:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Metz to Lyon on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 55m	14:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 20m	04:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:45	Gare routière de Metz	11h 50m	14:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	06:25	Gare routière de Metz	12h 20m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	09:55	Gare routière de Metz	14h 20m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Metz to Lyon on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus	Bus	12:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 35m	00:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:55	Metz	5h 50m	04:45	Perrache	Fastest
	Bus	16:40	Gare routière de Metz	11h 50m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:32 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Metz 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 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 406, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19carpool per day

4h 40mAverage duration

388 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 483 - R 2 177	Average duration11h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 029 - R 6 421	Average duration4h 47m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 406 - R 1 375	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 114 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 296 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Metz and Lyon?

Stops in Metz

A - Gare routière de Metz

B - Arrêt d'Autobus de Metz - Monument aux Morts

C - Metz Autobus

D - G. R. Quai 17

E - Rue Winston Churchill

F - Metz - Pointcarré

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 Metz to Lyon by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Metz to Lyon cost?
The bus ticket price from Metz to Lyon starts at R 483. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Metz 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 Metz to Lyon?
The average travel time between Metz and Lyon is around 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 389 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Metz and Lyon?
The number of buses from Metz 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 Metz to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Metz to Lyon?
When taking the bus from Metz to Lyon, you can travel comfortably and safely with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Metz to Lyon?
Buses travelling between Metz and Lyon leave from Gare routière de Metz or Arrêt d'Autobus de Metz - Monument aux Morts 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

11/11

R 1 222

12/11

R 807

Today

R 954

14/11

R 788

15/11

R 829

16/11

R 809

17/11

R 581

18/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Metz to Lyon was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 581

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

You can expect to pay from R 581 to R 1 452 for a bus ticket from Metz to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 581, which is on 2025-11-17.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time11h	Avg priceR 711	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 47m	Avg priceR 3 101	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time4h 40m	Avg priceR 813	Daily departures19