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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Tarbes is to rideshare which costs €45 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Tarbes is to fly and train which takes 5h 55m and costs €70 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Tarbes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station station and arriving at Tarbes. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Tarbes?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Tarbes. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Tarbes via Toulouse Matabiau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Lyon to Tarbes?

The distance between Lyon and Tarbes is 716 km. The road distance is 597 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Tarbes without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs €110 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Lyon to Tarbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Tarbes bus from?

Lyon to Tarbes bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Tarbes train from?

Lyon to Tarbes train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Tarbes?

The best way to get from Lyon to Tarbes is to train which takes 7h and costs €110 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €65 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Lyon to Tarbes bus arrive?

Lyon to Tarbes bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Tarbes station.

Where does the Lyon to Tarbes train arrive?

Lyon to Tarbes train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Toulouse Matabiau station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Tarbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Tarbes is 597 km. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Lyon to Tarbes.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Tarbes?

There are 978+ hotels available in Tarbes.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Tarbes?

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

Lyon to Tarbes - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Lyon to Tarbes by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Toulouse Matabiautrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Tarbestrain Ter / ...
7h
€118–213
Bus via Toulouse
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Toulousebus FlixBus N748 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse to Tarbesbus FlixBus S786
9h 40m
€44–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Tarbesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 20m
€45–65
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Tarbesrideshare 596.2 km
7h 58m
€45
Fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane LYS - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Tarbestrain
5h 55m
€72–193
Drive 597 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Tarbescar 597 km
7h 31m
€93–135
Fly to Pau Pyrénées Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Pau Pyrénées Airport (PUF)plane LYS - PUF
2. Take the train from Pau to Tarbestrain
6h 9m
€267–717
Fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)plane LYS - BIQ
2. Take the train from Biarritz to Tarbestrain
6h 43m
€94–380
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LYS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Tarbestrain
7h 44m
€92–237

Lyon to Tarbes by train

21Weekly Trains

7hAverage Duration

€118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 716.4 km
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Tarbes via Toulouse Matabiau in around 7h. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Tarbes twice daily. Tickets cost €45–65 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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