What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €45 - €50 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs €40 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona - North Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Lyon?

The distance between Barcelona and Lyon is 658 km. The road distance is 634.5 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs €50 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Barcelona to Lyon?

The train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieu takes 5h 6m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Lyon bus from?

Barcelona to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Barcelona - North Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Lyon train from?

Barcelona to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona to Lyon?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Lyon is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs €50 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €110 and takes 8h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €40 - €160 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Barcelona to Lyon bus arrive?

Barcelona to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Barcelona to Lyon train arrive?

Barcelona to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Lyon is 634 km. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Barcelona to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Barcelona to Lyon?

Book your Barcelona to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon?

Book your Barcelona to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 2975+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Barcelona to Lyon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barcelona and Lyon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Barcelona to Lyon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Barcelona to Lyon by train (Renfe), bus, car, plane, train (TGV), or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain 9737
5h 6m
€50–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 55m
€24–110
Drive 634.5 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Lyoncar 634.5 km
5h 58m
€99–143
Fly
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BCN - LYS
4h 35m
€43–160
Train via Béziers (TGV)
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Bezierstrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Beziers to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
6h 3m
€59–180
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Barcelone to Lyonrideshare 636.1 km
7h 25m
€45–50

Barcelona to Lyon by train (Renfe)

7Weekly Trains

5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 657.7 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Lyon, France?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieu once daily. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 5h 6m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €24–110 and the journey takes 8h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.

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