How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Lyon start at R 334. The average price for this route is around R 706. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Barcelona to Lyon?

The average bus journey time from Barcelona to Lyon is 9h, covering a distance of 527 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Lyon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA , KLR Bus , INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE .

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.

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

A bus trip from Barcelona to Lyon produces an estimated 13 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 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 61223 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona 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 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.

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.

Bus Barcelona to Lyon from R 456 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:10	Barcelona Nord	8h 45m	23:55	Lyon (Gerland)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Barcelona Nord	7h 50m	07:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Fastest
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	15h 15m	12:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	17:15	Barcelona Nord	9h 45m	03:00	Lyon (Gerland)	No tags
Bus	21:45	Barcelona Nord	8h 30m	06:15	Lyon (Gerland)	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	Barcelona Nord	7h 55m	04:05	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Barcelona Nord	7h 50m	07:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Fastest
Bus	11:00	Barcelona Nord	9h	20:00	Lyon (Gerland)	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	15h 15m	12:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Barcelona Nord	9h	20:00	Lyon (Gerland)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Barcelona Nord	7h 50m	07:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Fastest
Bus	20:10	Barcelona Nord	7h 55m	04:05	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	15h 15m	12:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:45	Barcelona Nord	8h 30m	06:15	Lyon (Gerland)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Barcelona Nord	7h 50m	07:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Fastest
Bus	11:00	Barcelona Nord	9h	20:00	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	16h 5m	12:55	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Barcelona Nord	9h 5m	17:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Barcelona Nord	7h 50m	07:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Fastest
Bus	20:10	Barcelona Nord	7h 55m	04:05	Lyon (Gerland)	No tags
Bus	09:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	9h 15m	18:15	Perrache	No tags
Bus	03:00	Barcelona Nord	9h 20m	12:20	Lyon (Gerland)	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Barcelona Nord	9h 5m	17:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Barcelona Nord	7h 50m	07:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Fastest
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	03:00	Barcelona Nord	9h 20m	12:20	Lyon (Gerland)	No tags
Bus	20:00	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	8h 55m	04:55	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Barcelona Nord	7h 55m	08:25	Lyon (Gerland)	Cheapest
Bus	23:40	Barcelona Nord	7h 50m	07:30	Lyon (Gerland)	Fastest
Bus	11:00	Barcelona Nord	9h	20:00	Lyon (Gerland)	No tags
Bus	20:50	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	17h 15m	14:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	09:00	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	9h 15m	18:15	Perrache	No 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 R 850, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 1mAverage duration

535 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 334 - R 3 034	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 850 - R 2 249	Average duration5h 1m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 571 - R 1 341	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Lyon?

Stops in Barcelona

A
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Barcelona Airport
C
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
E
Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia
Passeig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
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F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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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

3.5/512 162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 392 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

According to 18 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 478

BlaBlaBus Barcelona Lyon recent customer reviews

So sad the bus driver didn’t accept my booking because he didn’t see it on his cell phone. I booked another trip somewhere else. Please give me a credit .

Edward E.

18 September 2022

Very good experience

Angela Maria A.

16 December 2019

ALSA

4.5/561 223 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Based on 61223 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 009

ALSA INTERNACIONAL Barcelona Lyon recent customer reviews

Bus was 2 hours late to destination. Only 1 comfort break over an 11 hr journey. There seemed to be a lot of disorder in seating. Bus itself was not very comfortable. No WiFi or entertainment.

Henry J.

14 August 2023

The trip was ok but we arrived 45 minutes late

ÈRic N.

21 November 2024

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

WiFi4.6

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Lyon start at R 334. The average price for this route is around R 706. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Barcelona to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Barcelona to Lyon is 9h, covering a distance of 527 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, KLR Bus, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Lyon?
A bus trip from Barcelona to Lyon produces an estimated 13 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 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 61223 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona 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 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.
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.

Best price found

27/01

R 808

28/01

R 525

Today

R 457

30/01

R 466

31/01

R 466

01/02

R 456

02/02

R 466

03/02

R 466

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Lyon was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 456

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 R 456 to R 1 964 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 456, which is on 2026-02-01.

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?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h	Avg priceR 706	Daily departures17
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 1m	Avg priceR 1 571	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time6h 40m	Avg priceR 1 053	Daily departures4