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Which bus from Lyon to Madrid is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Lyon to Madrid. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA or Union Ivkoni. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£36
tomorrow
£67
Tuesday
Wednesday
£36
Thursday
£94
Friday
Saturday
£94

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 22h 15m 15:00 Lyon Perrache Bus Stop 13:15 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station  Basic £36
ALSA 17h 15m 20:50 Lyon Perrache Bus Stop 14:05 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station  Economy £48

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
BlaBlaCar Bus 19h 45m 14:00 Lyon Perrache Train Station 09:45 Madrid Sur Bus Station  Economy £67
BlaBlaCar Bus 25h 45m 12:00 Lyon Perrache Train Station 13:45 Madrid Sur Bus Station  Economy £68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Lyon to Madrid via Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, you can save more than £24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      18h 40m
      0
      05:10
      Lyon
      Perrache Bus Stop
      22:35
      Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
      Madrid Airport - T4
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £37
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • Terravision
      0h 20m
      0
      23:30
      Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
      Madrid Airport - T4
      23:50
      Madrid
      Puerta de Alcalá
      0
      Terravision
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 1h 5m shorter, and you will save £24

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 23h 0m 14:15 Lyon Perrache Bus Stop 13:15 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station  Basic £36
BlaBlaCar Bus 27h 5m 10:40 Lyon Perrache Train Station 13:45 Madrid Sur Bus Station  Economy £42
BlaBlaCar Bus 25h 15m 08:30 Lyon Perrache Train Station 09:45 Madrid Sur Bus Station  Economy £48
ALSA 17h 15m 20:50 Lyon Perrache Bus Stop 14:05 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station  Economy £48

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 19h 30m 20:30 Lyon Perrache Bus Stop 16:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station  Economy £94
  • Did you know that if you travel from Lyon to Madrid via Toulouse, you can save more than £55? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      27h 45m
      0
      09:15
      Lyon
      Perrache Train Station
      17:50
      Toulouse
      Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 4h 40m
    • Distribusion
      14h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Toulouse
      Central Bus Station
      13:00
      Madrid
      Sur Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Basic
      £22
    Travel time is 8h 15m longer, but you will save £55

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 19h 30m 20:30 Lyon Perrache Bus Stop 16:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station  Economy £94
  • Did you know that if you travel from Lyon to Madrid via Toulouse, you can save more than £55? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      27h 45m
      0
      09:15
      Lyon
      Perrache Train Station
      17:50
      Toulouse
      Central Bus Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 4h 40m
    • Distribusion
      14h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Toulouse
      Central Bus Station
      13:00
      Madrid
      Sur Bus Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Basic
      £22
    Travel time is 8h 15m longer, but you will save £55

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Lyon to Madrid is £34 on 12/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Lyon and Madrid?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Lyon to Madrid. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Lyon to Madrid. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Lyon and Madrid.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 4 coaches from Lyon to Madrid, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Lyon and Madrid, with 2 offers.

All facts for Lyon to Madrid bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA and Union Ivkoni that travel daily 2 times by bus from Lyon to Madrid in one click. Book your Lyon to Madrid bus ticket starting from £34!

Cheapest Bus £34
Fastest Bus 17h 15m
Earliest Coach 15:00
Latest Coach 20:30
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 912.1 km
Coach Companies BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA and Union Ivkoni

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Lyon to Madrid?

Every day, 2 buses from 3 coach companies leave Lyon for Madrid. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/02/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/01
Tuesday 27/01
Wednesday 28/01
Thursday 29/01
Friday 30/01
Saturday 31/01
Sunday 01/02
£67
Monday 02/02
£67
Tuesday 03/02
£70
Wednesday 04/02
£42
Thursday 05/02
£49
Friday 06/02
£65
Saturday 07/02
£59
Sunday 08/02
£65
Monday 09/02
£60
Tuesday 10/02
£45
Wednesday 11/02
£45
Thursday 12/02
£34
Friday 13/02
£35
Saturday 14/02
£34
Sunday 15/02
£35
Monday 16/02
£42
Tuesday 17/02
£46
Wednesday 18/02
£35
Thursday 19/02
£34
Friday 20/02
£34
Saturday 21/02
£42
Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Lyon to Madrid

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Lyon to Madrid, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £34, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Lyon to Madrid. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £35.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Lyon to Madrid, with £36. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £48.

How to save money travelling from Lyon to Madrid

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Lyon to Madrid in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Lyon to Madrid, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Lyon to Madrid are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Lyon - Madrid

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All bus stations and stops in Lyon and Madrid

Here is a map with all coach stations in Lyon and Madrid. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Lyon to Madrid? Compare all modes of transports from Lyon to Madrid.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Lyon to Madrid

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Lyon to Madrid. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Lyon to Madrid bus

How much does a Lyon Madrid coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Lyon Madrid bus trip is available from £34 and takes 22h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Lyon to Madrid?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £34 to £94. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Madrid.

How many connections are available for the Lyon Madrid route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Lyon to Madrid is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Madrid from Lyon take?

The quickest coach from Lyon to Madrid is provided by ALSA and takes 17h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £48. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Lyon to Madrid?

The earliest bus to Madrid departs from Lyon at 15:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Lyon to Madrid?

The latest bus to Madrid departs from Lyon at 20:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Lyon Madrid route?

Passengers looking to travel from Lyon to Madrid can travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA and Union Ivkoni. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Madrid?

You can check all the direct connections between Lyon and Madrid by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA and Union Ivkoni.

What can I take with me on the bus to Madrid from Lyon?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Lyon Madrid bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Lyon Madrid bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Lyon to Madrid on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Lyon to Madrid?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Lyon and Madrid. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Lyon to Madrid?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Lyon and Madrid change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Lyon to Madrid

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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