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What is the best way to travel from Bucharest to Lyon?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Lyon from Bucharest. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
37h 0m
£71
£72
1
Flight
2h 55m
£29
£124
39

What is the cheapest way to reach Lyon from Bucharest?

You can get to Lyon with just £29 by taking a Flight from LC Perú, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
tomorrow
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £29
Thursday
Friday
from £74
Saturday

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • LC Perú
    2h 55m
    0
    13:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    15:50
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £29
  • Air France
    5h 55m
    0
    06:05
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    11:00
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    Air France
    Economy
    from £139
  • ITA Airways
    13h 55m
    0
    18:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    07:50
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    ITA Airways
    Economy
    from £145
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    17h 10m
    0
    06:00
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    22:10
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £149
  • Turkish Airlines
    24h 25m
    0
    10:10
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    09:35
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £159
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    37h 0m
    0
    03:45
    Bucharest
    Bulevardul Preciziei
    15:45
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £71

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    37h 0m
    0
    03:45
    Bucharest
    Bulevardul Preciziei
    15:45
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £74

What are the fastest trips from Bucharest to Lyon?

You can get to Lyon from Bucharest in just 2h 55m with a Flight from LC Perú. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
tomorrow
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 2h 55m
Thursday
Friday
from 13h 0m
Saturday

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • LC Perú
    2h 55m
    0
    13:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    15:50
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £29
  • Air France
    5h 55m
    0
    06:05
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    11:00
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    Air France
    Economy
    from £139
  • ITA Airways
    13h 55m
    0
    18:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    07:50
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    ITA Airways
    Economy
    from £145
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    17h 10m
    0
    06:00
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    22:10
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from £149
  • Turkish Airlines
    24h 25m
    0
    10:10
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    09:35
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    Aéroport St Exupéry Coach Station
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £159
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    37h 0m
    0
    03:45
    Bucharest
    Bulevardul Preciziei
    15:45
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £71

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    37h 0m
    0
    03:45
    Bucharest
    Bulevardul Preciziei
    15:45
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £74
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bucharest to Lyon

What are the most popular stations in Bucharest and Lyon?

In Bucharest, you will usually depart from north station, Filaret or Depoul București Triaj, while in Lyon you will be arriving at Perrache Bus Stop, Part-Dieu Train Station or Vaise Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Lyon from Bucharest? With 3 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bucharest and Lyon, you can pay as low as £29 with a Flight from LC Perú.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from LC Perú: you will get to Lyon in just 2h 55m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bucharest and Lyon are FlixBus, LC Perú and Air France, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bucharest and Lyon is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Fundeni or to Caluire-et-Cuire, and look at flights from Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport, and landing at Lyons St. Exupery Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bucharest to Lyon?

The most popular companies between Bucharest and Lyon, are FlixBus, LC Perú and Air France. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: LC Perú, Air France, ITA Airways and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Bucharest to Lyon

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bucharest to Lyon. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bucharest to Lyon

How can I reach Lyon from Bucharest?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Lyon from Bucharest.

How far is Lyon from Bucharest?

The distance between Bucharest and Lyon is 1,671.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bucharest and Lyon?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 45 kgs of CO2, a train 58 kgs, a car 284 kgs, and a flight 411 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bucharest to Lyon?

You can get to Lyon with just £29 by taking a Flight from LC Perú.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Lyon?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Lyon in just 2h 55m with a Flight from LC Perú.

More routes to Bucharest and to Lyon

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bucharest and to Lyon. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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