Lyon to Madrid by bus + train
This route from Lyon to Madrid is not by bus the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 21h 07m in total, run by Local bus, FlixBus, Renfe. A quicker option we found is flight, at 2h.
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The journey, step by step
- 1busLyon Saint-Exupéry → GivorsLocal bus
- 2busGivors → San Sebastián
FlixBus - 3busSan Sebastián → ValladolidFlixBus
- 4trainValladolid → Madrid
Renfe
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €143 | 21h 07m | 3 transfers |
| flight | €64 | 2h | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Lyon to Madrid by bus: common questions
How long does Lyon to Madrid take by bus?
The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + train together take about 21h 07m, 3 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid?
The best price in our latest check was €143. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Lyon to Madrid?
Local bus, FlixBus, Renfe. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 2h. It is cheaper too, at €64.
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