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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Bansko is to bus which costs $90 - $140 and takes 32h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Bansko is to fly and bus which takes 8h 40m and costs $80 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Bansko?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Bansko. However, there are services departing from Lyon Gare Perrache and arriving at Bansko via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 23m.

How far is it from Lyon to Bansko?

The distance between Lyon and Bansko is 1683 km. The road distance is 1961 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Bansko without a car is to train and bus which takes 27h 49m and costs $190 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Lyon to Bansko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Bansko bus from?

Lyon to Bansko bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Lyon Gare Perrache station.

Where does the Lyon to Bansko bus arrive?

Lyon to Bansko bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Bansko?

Bansko is 1h ahead of Lyon. It is currently 1:55 PM in Lyon and 2:55 PM in Bansko.

Can I drive from Lyon to Bansko?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Bansko is 1961 km. It takes approximately 18h 47m to drive from Lyon to Bansko.

Where can I stay near Bansko?

There are 1286+ hotels available in Bansko.

Lyon to Bansko - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Lyon to Bansko by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Sofia Airport (SOF)LYS - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
8h 40m
$81–247
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to PadovaFr
3. Take the bus from Padova to Blagoevgrad
4. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Bansko
27h 49m
$194–392
Drive 1,961 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Bansko1,961 km
18h 47m
$352–508
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Torino Porta Susa
2. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Sofia Airport (SOF)TRN - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
12h 19m
$138–377
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)BGY - SOF
4. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
13h 5m
$107–381
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon Gare Perrache to Sofia Serdica Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3419 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Bansko
32h 23m
$90–134
Bus via Niš
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Ibis Hotel to Nis
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika
3. Take the bus from Sofia to Bansko
42h 35m
$326–343

Lyon to Bansko by train and bus

2Weekly Services

27h 49mAverage Duration

$194Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,682.5 km
Duration: 8h 40m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Bansko, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Lyon Gare Perrache to Bansko via Sofia Serdica Bus Stop and Sofia in around 32h 23m.

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