Bus from Barcelona to Lyon: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 3 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Barcelona Nord
PerracheCheapest
FlixbusBus
Barcelona Nord
PerracheFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Barcelona Nord
    		Lyon - Perrache Bus StationNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		 Barcelona (Airport T2C)
    		Aéroport LYSNo tags
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Barcelona Nord
      		Lyon - Perrache Bus StationNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Lyon

      We recommend taking the train

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1train per day
      5h 1mAverage duration
      332 milesDistance
      13kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£16 - £143Average duration9h 5m
      13kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£40 - £106Average duration5h 1m
      13kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£25 - £83Average duration6h 40m
      22kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Barcelona to Lyon

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Barcelona to Lyon start from £16. The average price for this route is around £34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Barcelona to Lyon?

        The average bus journey time from Barcelona to Lyon is 9h 5m, covering a distance of 332 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Lyon route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, KLR Bus, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barcelona to Lyon?

        The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Lyon at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Lyon?

        A bus journey from Barcelona to Lyon produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Barcelona 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 60942 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Lyon?

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

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Barcelona 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.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona 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.

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      £47
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Lyon was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £22

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

      You can expect to pay from £22 to £164 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2026-01-07.

      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.

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

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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