How to get from Lyon to Bordeaux
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 Lyon to Bordeaux. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 10m, 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.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €30, on Wed, Sep 9.
This fare comes from a search on September 4, 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 | €45Checked Sep 4 | 1h 10mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €77Reading date not recorded | 10h 27m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €28Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 7h 15m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€45Checked Sep 41h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€77Reading date not recorded10h 27m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€28Omio catalogue, Sep 97h 15m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Lyon to Bordeaux: 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.
- 1Lyon Saint-Exupéry → Bordeaux–Mérignacflight
easyJet·1h 10m
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.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Lyon to Bordeaux
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€30November 2026
€61Departures from Lyon to Bordeaux
FlixBus runs 6 scheduled departures a day, the first at 09:20 and the last at 23:25.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 6 | 09:20 | 23:25 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 1 | 16:15 | 16:15 |
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· 4h 30m€28Book
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
easyJetLyon Saint-Exupéry-Bordeaux–MérignacSee live options and dates →
FlixBusLyon Saint-Exupéry-BordeauxBook →
SNCFLyon-NantesBook →
BlaBlaCar BusNantes-BordeauxBook →City transitLyon-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus, SNCF, BlaBlaCar Bus, City transit; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Lyon to Bordeaux works
Start with a U2 flight from Lyon to Bordeaux, about 1h 10m. In total it's roughly €45 over 1h 10m, direct, no transfers.
Lyon to Bordeaux: common questions
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Bordeaux?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 10m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Bordeaux from Lyon?
About 436 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Lyon to Bordeaux cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €30 to €43. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Lyon to Bordeaux?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 10m.
How long is the flight from Lyon to Bordeaux?
About 1h 10m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Lyon and Bordeaux?
Lyon is LYS and Bordeaux is BOD, so this route is usually written LYS to BOD.
Which operators run Lyon to Bordeaux?
On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus, SNCF, BlaBlaCar Bus, City transit.
Can you get from Lyon to Bordeaux without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Bordeaux?
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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