How to get from Bordeaux to Lyon
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bordeaux to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 22m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 436 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 7, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
436 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €29Checked Sep 7 | 1h 22mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €41Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 6h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€29Checked Sep 71h 22m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€41Omio catalogue, Sep 96h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bordeaux to Lyon: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bordeaux–Mérignac → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight1h 22m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Bordeaux to Lyon
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€25October 2026
€27November 2026
€28Departures from Bordeaux to Lyon
FlixBus runs 7 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:55 and the last at 23:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 7 | 00:55 | 23:55 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 24 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 6h 20m€41Book
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bordeaux to Lyon works
Start with a flight from Bordeaux to Lyon, about 1h 22m. In total it's roughly €29 over 1h 22m, direct, no transfers.
Bordeaux to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bordeaux to Lyon?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 22m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Lyon from Bordeaux?
About 436 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bordeaux to Lyon cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €27 to €45. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Bordeaux to Lyon?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 22m.
How long is the flight from Bordeaux to Lyon?
About 1h 22m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bordeaux and Lyon?
Bordeaux is BOD and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written BOD to LYS.
Which operators run Bordeaux to Lyon?
On this route you travel with BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Lyon?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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