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

The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €35 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to Lyon is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs €45 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Bordeaux and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bordeaux and arriving at Lyon. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bordeaux and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Bordeaux to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Bordeaux St Jean and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Massy - Palaiseau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to Lyon?

The distance between Bordeaux and Lyon is 955 km. The road distance is 523.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs €140 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Bordeaux to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Lyon bus from?

Bordeaux to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bordeaux station.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Lyon train from?

Bordeaux to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Bordeaux St Jean station.

Train, bus or fly from Bordeaux to Lyon?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Lyon is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs €140 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 7h 25m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €130 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Bordeaux to Lyon bus arrive?

Bordeaux to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Bordeaux to Lyon train arrive?

Bordeaux to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Massy Tgv station.

Can I drive from Bordeaux to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to Lyon is 523 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Bordeaux to Lyon.

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

Book your Bordeaux to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3897+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Bordeaux to Lyon?

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

Bordeaux to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bordeaux to Lyon by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Massy Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Massy - Palaiseau to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
4h 58m
€147–348
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Lyonbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
7h 25m
€35–70
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bordeaux to Lyonrideshare 523.1 km
6h 34m
€35
Fly
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BOD - LYS
3h 26m
€47–127
Drive 523.4 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to Lyoncar 523.4 km
5h 24m
€81–116

Bordeaux to Lyon by train

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 954.9 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Bordeaux, France and Lyon, France?

You can take a train from Bordeaux St Jean to Lyon Part Dieu via Massy Tgv and Massy - Palaiseau in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bordeaux to Lyon every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 7h 25m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a day.

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