What is the travel distance from Carcassonne to Lyon?

The distance between the two cities is 214 miles (345 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Carcassonne to Lyon start their journey at Carcassonne and wind up at Perrache. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Aquarium Grand Lyon, Musée d’Art Contemporain, Parc de la Tête d'Or, Institut Lumière and Musée des Beaux Arts.

Bus Carcassonne to Lyon from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Carcassonne to Lyon on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Carcassonne	7h 45m	5:30pm	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Carcassonne	7h 5m	7:45am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	9:30pm	20 boulevard de Varsovie, parking autocars,	17h 5m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Carcassonne	8h 25m	9:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Carcassonne to Lyon on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:30pm	20 boulevard de Varsovie, parking autocars,	17h 5m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Carcassonne to Lyon on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:30pm	20 boulevard de Varsovie, parking autocars,	17h 5m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Carcassonne to Lyon on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Carcassonne	7h 45m	5:30pm	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	12:40am	Carcassonne	7h 5m	7:45am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	9:30pm	20 boulevard de Varsovie, parking autocars,	17h 5m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Carcassonne	8h 25m	9:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:48 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Carcassonne to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

214 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $110	Average Duration17h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$45 - $190	Average Duration4h 19m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $73	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,314 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,118 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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

Where are the popular stops in Carcassonne and Lyon?

Stops in Carcassonne

A - Carcassonne

B - Gare de Carcassone

C - Arrêt d'Autobus de Carcassone - Boulevard Paul Sabatier

D - Arrêt d'Autobus de Carcassonne - Boulevard Omer Sarraut

E - Carcassonne (Square André Chénier)

F - Carcassonne Aéroport

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carcassonne to Lyon by bus

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What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/13

$87

11/14

$56

Today

$29

11/16

$72

11/17

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11/20

$70

The cheapest trip from Carcassonne to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $87 for a bus ticket from Carcassonne to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-11-20.