Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 19 February
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Estación Sur
Lyon (Gerland)
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Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)
Lyon (Gerland)
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BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa + BlaBlaCar Bus
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Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)
Lyon (Gerland)
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Madrid (South)
Lyon (Gerland)
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Estación Sur
Lyon (Gerland)
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Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 20 February
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Estación Sur
Perrache
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Bus
Estación Sur
Lyon - Gerland Bus Station
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Estación Sur
Perrache
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Madrid (South)
Lyon (Gerland)
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Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 21 February
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa + BlaBlaCar Bus
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Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)
Lyon - Gerland Bus Station
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Madrid (South)
Lyon (Gerland)
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Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 22 February
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Estación Sur
Perrache
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Bus
Estación Sur
Lyon (Gerland)
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Estación Sur
Perrache
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Madrid (South)
Lyon (Gerland)
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Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 23 February
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Madrid (South)
Lyon (Gerland)
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Estación Sur
Lyon (Gerland)
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon (Gerland)
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Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 24 February
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Estación Sur
Lyon (Gerland)
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Madrid (South)
Lyon (Gerland)
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Next departures from Madrid to Lyon on 25 February
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Bus
Estación Sur
Perrache
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Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Lyon Perrache Bus Station
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Estación Sur
Lyon (Gerland)
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Estación Sur
Perrache
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Madrid (South)
Lyon (Gerland)
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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 13 hours and with fares starting at just €60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 12224 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at €46
Based on 11440 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at €41
Based on 61328 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 €79
Based on 1979 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at €46
Based on 19 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. KLR Bus ticket prices on this trip start at €66
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madrid to Lyon
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Lyon?
The cheapest coach tickets from Madrid to Lyon start from €41. The average price for this route is around €80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Madrid to Lyon is 18h 16m, covering a distance of 899 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to Lyon route?
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 journey from Madrid to Lyon produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 61288 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Lyon?
Based on Busbud reviews, 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
17/02
€116
18/02
€129
Today
€59
20/02
€35
21/02
€47
22/02
€35
23/02
€44
24/02
€44
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Lyon was searched and found on 20 Feb 2026 with a price of €35
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 €35 to €180 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 €35, which is on 2026-02-20.
Usually FlixBus, 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 Madrid to Lyon?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Lyon was searched and found on 20 Feb 2026 with a price of €35
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
