Coach trips from Nîmes to Lyon

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Fares for the journey between Nîmes and Lyon start from £10.49. To get the best value on FlixBus tickets, consider travelling during off-peak hours and on weekdays. You can secure your ticket through this website or via the FlixBus app. We offer a variety of secure payment options, including card payments, PayPal, and Google Pay. Should you encounter any issues with payment, our payment help page is here to assist. Tickets can also be purchased onboard or at our selling points using cash.
The route between Nîmes and Lyon covers approximately 159 miles. With FlixBus, this journey generally takes about 2 hours 55 minutes. The quickest coach on this route makes 1.0 stop(s). FlixBus coaches on this route are equipped with spacious seating, individual power outlets, and onboard toilets. Moreover, complimentary Wi-Fi is standard on most of our coaches. During booking, subject to availability, you have the option to reserve seats such as panoramic, table, or bed seats. Many of our coach services offer coach travel at different times, whether you prefer to travel first thing in the morning or late afternoon and into the evening. Some of our routes even include a night bus to ensure you truly get the most of your time at your destination. Check the rides available from Nîmes to Lyon to find the best option according to your schedule. Choosing a coach journey for this route is an environmentally friendly choice, and with FlixBus, passengers have the opportunity to offset their carbon footprint by selecting the CO₂ compensation option at the time of ticket purchase.
In Nîmes, there areOne coach stop: Nîmes (Parnasse). For Lyon, it has 3 stops: Lyon Perrache (Central Bus Station - Galerie D), Givors (South Lyon), Lyon Perrache Saône (Eurolines).. These stops can be located on the map provided on this page.
The first FlixBus service departing from Nîmes to Lyon is scheduled for 09:10.
The last FlixBus of the day from Nîmes to Lyon is at 22:25.
Travelers journeying from Nîmes to Lyon are entitled to one checked bag (dimensions: 50x80x30 cm or 19.7x31.5x11.8 inches, weight: up to 20 kg or 44 lbs) and a carry on bag (dimensions: 30x42x18 cm or 11.8x16.5x7.1 inches, weight: up to 7 kg or 15.4 lbs) free of charge. For specifics on extra or unique baggage, consult our luggage policy. Bikes can be ferried on FlixBus, subject to slot availability. Refer to for more information and our bike pricing guide for rates.
There's no requirement for a printed ticket for your journey between Nîmes and Lyon. After completing your online booking, you'll receive an email containing a PDF with a QR code, which serves as your digital ticket. If you booked via the FlixBus App, your ticket will be saved there. Just present this digital QR code to the driver upon boarding.
To keep track of your coach's timely arrival between Nîmes and Lyon, use the FlixBus Real-Time Coach Tracker. This tool provides updated information about potential delays.
Child fares for journeys between Nîmes and Lyon depend on the child's age and the timing of your booking. Children under 15 benefit from a reduction on the standard adult fare. We automatically apply the best available rate at the time of booking. If a promotional discount exceeds the child fare, that discount will be applied. More information is available in our child travel guidelines. Please note, prams and foldable pushchairs not exceeding a total size of 240 cm (94.5 inches) can be stored in the luggage compartment at no additional charge.
Absolutely. Every FlixBus service operating between Nîmes and Lyon caters to passengers with mobility challenges. Our priority is ensuring access and comfort for everyone. Additionally, service animals are welcome on all journeys between these cities. We also accommodate wheelchairs, folding wheelchairs, and other mobility aids at no extra charge.

Find the cheapest buses from Nîmes to Lyon

Looking for cheap coach tickets from Nîmes to Lyon? FlixBus has got you covered. The distance between Nîmes and Lyon is just 159 miles, and we can get you there in as little as 2 hours 55 minutes.

FlixBus has a large nationwide network, so you can keep travelling with us once you reach Lyon. Coach tickets for this connection cost £13.99 on average, but you can find a coach and book coach trips for as little as £10.49.The lowest price for this connection is £10.49, but prices might be higher during peak seasons and when the bus gets full.

So how do you find cheap bus tickets? Be sure to book in advance on our website or via the FlixBus App. When booking coach travel through the App, your ticket will be stored directly on your phone, making bus travel even greener and more convenient!

Travelling from Nîmes to Lyon

With 7 bus routes per day, it’s easy to fit coach trips to Lyon into your schedule. So, whether you need to arrive in Lyon first thing in the morning or last thing at night, you can travel by coach at a time to suit you with 7 buses per day.

The bus takes a minimum of 2 hours 55 minutes and you can expect only one stop on your journey.

Travelling with FlixBus isn’t just quick, it’s cheap too. If you book coach tickets in advance online or using the app, you can expect to pay as little as £10.49 for a ticket between Nîmes and Lyon, , but prices might go up in high season or if buses are full, getting to an average of £13.99. That’s still a great saving compared to train, car or plane travel!

What’s more, travel by coach is a more sustainable mode of transport. We’re working towards making our entire FlixBus fleet 100% carbon neutral, and every customer can offset their carbon footprint by making a donation when they purchase their bus tickets.

Taking the bus from Nîmes

Nîmes is well-connected on the FlixBus network with 84 coach connections departing every day from the local bus station, making it very easy to travel across the country. There is plenty of travel information available on our website about Lyon but you can always contact FlixBus directly for further information, no matter which coach station you’re travelling from.

Arriving in Lyon

With 3 stations, Nîmes is well-connected for any type of coach holiday. Travelling with FlixBus around the country on a coach trip is very cheap and easy; to get to Lyon you can use our bus route planner to pick one of the 197 routes arriving daily.

What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Nîmes to Lyon

Once you’ve booked your bus tickets through the FlixBus App using one of our secure payment methods, you just need to bring your phone to use as your ticket - and your luggage, of course. Don’t worry about packing light as you can bring one piece of carry-on luggage and one piece of hold luggage for your journey, with no hold luggage restrictions.

Want to be guaranteed the best seat in the house? You can reserve a seat when you book coach tickets. Opt for a classic seat, a table seat, a panorama seat for a great view, or reserve the free seat beside you for extra space.

Once you’ve stowed your luggage away and settled in, sit back and enjoy the journey with onboard hospitality and other services available on your FlixBus. Some services you can look forward to on FlixBus coach trips include free coach Wi-Fi onboard, FLIXtainment - our entertainment portal, toilets and plug sockets. Whether you need to fire off some emails during your trip or you want to relax and enjoy the ride, we’ve got you covered.


Onboard services are subject to availability