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Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Lyon
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Bus from Madrid to Lyon: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Madrid to Lyon. Travelling by bus from Madrid to Lyon usually takes around 23 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Union Ivkoni bus can make the trip in 23 hours.
- Distance
- 567 mi (913 km)
- Shortest duration
- 23h
- Cheapest price
- $129.20
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Union Ivkoni
- Bus lines
- 1
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Madrid to Lyon Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Madrid to Lyon:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Lyon?
Bus tickets for a trip from Madrid to Lyon cost about $129 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Madrid to Lyon by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Madrid to Lyon in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $134 to $134. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 6, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lyon this week, bus tickets are available starting at $134.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What bus companies travel from Madrid to Lyon?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Madrid to Lyon. Union Ivkoni is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Ivkoni | 1 | 23h 30m | $133.10 |
Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trip per day on the route from Madrid to Lyon, and the trip usually takes 23 hours and 30 minutes to complete.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madrid to Lyon
There is usually only one bus per day from Madrid to Lyon. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
1
The bus takes an average of 23 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 913 kilometres from Madrid to Lyon. However, the fastest bus only takes 23 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
567
Distance (km)
913
There is usually only one bus per day from Madrid to Lyon. It leaves the station in Madrid at 10:00 a.m. each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest bus
10:00am
Latest bus
10:00am
The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.
Most crowded
Tuesday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Lyon
Located at the confluence of the Rhône and the Saône rivers in the east-central part of France, Lyon is France's third-largest city, after Paris and Marseille. Lyon has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its 2,000 years of history and its central role in the Renaissance. Vieux Lyon is the city's historic area, full of old buildings and a vibrant French atmosphere. Wander through the traboules, a unique architectural feature of the city; these secret passageways wind through Lyon's buildings and courtyards. Several guided tours will describe the many uses of these covered paths throughout Lyon's history: from shortcuts to the river for 4th-century residents to meeting places for 19th-century silk workers and the World War II French resistance.
Lyon is also famously hailed as the birthplace of cinema. To immerse yourself in film history, visit the Musée Cinéma et Miniature to explore old movie props, costumes, and even complete film sets from several iconic films. To experience a traditional French market, stop in Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse. This indoor gourmet market offers only the finest local produce, the perfect place to sample the local cuisine.
Getting to Lyon is simple, and the lion's share of options are via ground travel. Eurolines bus services offer transport from many European cities into the Perrache train station, and many train services, including the TGV, also operate from the same station. Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is only 25 km east of the city, providing both European and intercontinental flights.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Madrid?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Madrid.
All bus stations in Madrid:
- Central Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Lyon?
Main arrival station: Lyon Av. Tony Garnier Bus Station
All buses from Madrid arrive at one main station in Lyon.
All bus stations in Lyon:
- Lyon Av. Tony Garnier Bus Station
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