How to get from Lyon to Madrid
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 Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 914 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 €39, on Mon, Sep 7.
This fare comes from a search on September 7, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
914 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €64Checked Sep 7 | 2hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €209Reading date not recorded | 8h 15m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €129Reading date not recorded | 17h 35m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€64Checked Sep 72h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€209Reading date not recorded8h 15m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€129Reading date not recorded17h 35m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Lyon to Madrid: 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 → Madrid–Barajasflight
Iberia·2h
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 Madrid
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€27October 2026
€29Departures from Lyon to Madrid
FlixBus runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 16:00 and the last at 21:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 2 | 16:00 | 21:50 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 1 | 18:30 | 18:30 |
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· 16h 40m€50Book
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
IberiaLyon Saint-Exupéry-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →
Air EuropaLyon-Palma, MajorcaSee live options and dates →
Air EuropaPalma, Majorca-MadridSee live options and dates →
BlaBlaCar BusLyon Saint-Exupéry-ValladolidBook →
RenfeValladolid-Madrid, Lyon-Barcelona, Barcelona-MadridBook →City transitLyon-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →On this route you travel with Iberia, Air Europa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Renfe, City transit; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Lyon to Madrid works
Start with a Iberia flight from Lyon to Madrid, about 2h. In total it's roughly €64 over 2h, direct, no transfers.
Lyon to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Madrid from Lyon?
About 914 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Lyon to Madrid cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €39 to €102. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Lyon to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h.
How long is the flight from Lyon to Madrid?
About 2h, 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 Madrid?
Lyon is LYS and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written LYS to MAD.
Which operators run Lyon to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Iberia, Air Europa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Renfe, City transit.
Can you get from Lyon to Madrid without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 16h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Madrid?
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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