How to get from Toulouse to Lyon
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Toulouse to Lyon by price and travel time (route calculated on 27 October 2026).
- 360 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h
- 2 bus departures a day with FlixBus
- First bus at 07:40, last at 23:15
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h
direct
Flight
€45
Cheapest
6h 50m
direct
Bus
€28
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 27 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Toulouse to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 360 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 23, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
360 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €45Checked Oct 23 | 1hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €18Omio catalogue, Oct 28 | 6h 50mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€45Checked Oct 231h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€18Omio catalogue, Oct 286h 50m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Toulouse to Lyon: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Toulouse–Blagnac → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight
easyJet·1h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
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.
Departures from Toulouse to Lyon
FlixBus runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 07:40 and the last at 23:15.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 2 | 07:40 | 23:15 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 1 | 08:30 | 08:30 |
All departures FlixBus
- 07:40
- 23:15
All departures BlaBlaCar Bus
- 08:30
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 Wed, Oct 28
Operators seen on these journeys
easyJetToulouse–Blagnac-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
FlixBusToulouse-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Toulouse to Lyon works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 27 October 2026. Start with a easyJet flight from Toulouse to Lyon, about 1h. In total it's roughly €45 over 1h, direct, no transfers.
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Toulouse to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Toulouse to Lyon?
Routavio's route check on 27 October 2026 times the flight itself at about 1h; the most useful option is a flight. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Toulouse to Lyon?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 07:40 and the last at 23:15, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Toulouse to Lyon?
Routavio's timetable check shows 2 bus departures a day with FlixBus, between 07:40 and 23:15.
How far is Lyon from Toulouse?
About 360 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Toulouse to Lyon cost?
Routavio's price check on 23 October 2026 puts the route we recommend at €45. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Toulouse to Lyon?
Yes. The best option Routavio found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h.
How long is the flight from Toulouse to Lyon?
Routavio times the flight itself at about 1h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Toulouse and Lyon?
Toulouse is TLS and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written TLS to LYS.
Which operators run Toulouse to Lyon?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus.
Can you get from Toulouse to Lyon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Toulouse to Lyon?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Route calculated: 27 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 23 Oct 2026