How to get from Madrid 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 Madrid to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 50m, 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.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
914 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €22Checked Sep 8 | 1h 50mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €121Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 8h 01m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €76Reading date not recorded | 14h 43m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€22Checked Sep 81h 50m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€121Omio catalogue, Sep 88h 01m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€76Reading date not recorded14h 43m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid 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.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight
easyJet·1h 50m
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, Madrid to Lyon
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€55Departures from Madrid to Lyon
FlixBus runs 3 scheduled departures a day, the first at 20:50 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 3 | 20:50 | 23:59 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 1 | 22:30 | 22:30 |
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.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
easyJetMadrid–Barajas-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
VoloteaMadrid–Barajas-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
RenfeMadrid-Barcelona, Barcelona-LyonBook →
FlixBusBarcelona-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →On this route you travel with easyJet, Volotea, Renfe, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Lyon works
Start with a U2 flight from Madrid to Lyon, about 1h 50m. In total it's roughly €22 over 1h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Lyon?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Lyon from Madrid?
About 914 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Lyon cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €22 to €122. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Lyon?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 50m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Lyon?
About 1h 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Lyon?
Madrid is MAD and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written MAD to LYS.
Which operators run Madrid to Lyon?
On this route you travel with easyJet, Volotea, Renfe, FlixBus.
Can you get from Madrid to Lyon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 9h 16m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid 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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