Fastest way from Lyon to Bordeaux: Flight, about 1h 10min (from €36). Cheapest: Bus, from €21 (about 6h 50min – 7h 55min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 12, 2026): EasyJet Europe, FlixBus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver; main departure point: Lyon Airport.
There are 2 ways to get from Lyon to Bordeaux
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 12, 2026 for a departure on December 3, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | Bus | Lyon Av Tony Garnier | €21 | 4 |
| Blablacar Bus | Bus | Lyon Av Tony Garnier | €24 | 1 |
| EasyJet | Flight | Lyon Airport | €36 | 3 |
| EasyJet Europe | Flight | Lyon Airport | €36 | 6 |
| Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Van / transfer | €1054 | 4 |
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Practical tips
For the plane, add the airport transfer, baggage and check-in. A flight that looks like a bargain can lose its appeal once those extras are counted. For the bus, the ticket is generally the main cost.
Read your e-ticket carefully: it states the bus station or airport of departure. Don't rely on the city name alone, and locate the exact address on a map the day before you travel.
The lowest fares sell out first, especially on weekends and during school holidays. Book as soon as your dates are fixed and keep your e-ticket saved on your phone.
Favour a daytime departure over the very last one of the evening. If you're delayed on the way or have a connection, you'll still have a fallback option instead of being stranded.
If you want to pay as little as possible and have time to spare, the bus is the way to go. If you need to arrive fast, the plane makes more sense. The table on the page helps you decide quickly.
The journey experience
Lyon to Bordeaux cuts diagonally across France, and the right choice depends on what you want to save: your budget or your time. On this route you're comparing two clearly different options, bus and plane, and the table on the page shows durations and price ranges side by side so you can decide in seconds.
The bus is the budget option: a simple long-distance ride that doesn't involve an airport, ideal if you have time and a tight budget. The plane skips the long road: you leave from Lyon-Saint-Exupéry airport and land at Bordeaux-Mérignac. It's handy when you're in a hurry, as long as you plan for getting to the airports and checking in.
To choose without stress: if price matters most, take the bus; if every hour counts, go for the plane and add the airport transfer time. Always check the exact departure point on your e-ticket, since a bus station and an airport are in different places, and see whether the trip is direct or involves a change. Book early for the best fares.
Frequently asked questions — Lyon → Bordeaux
It depends on your priority. The bus is the cheapest option, ideal if you have time and a tight budget. The plane is much faster but costs more, and you need to plan the trip to and from the airports. Compare both in the table on the page before booking.
The bus starts from €21, with a typical price up to €22. The plane starts from €36, with a typical price up to €51. Fares vary by date and how early you book, so reserve ahead to get the best prices.
By bus, allow 7 to 8 hours. By plane, the flight takes between 1 h 10 and 1 h 25, and you need to add the trip to the airport, check-in and security. Depending on where you start, the real gap between the two can be smaller than expected.
The bus leaves from a bus station in Lyon and arrives in Bordeaux, while the plane connects Lyon-Saint-Exupéry airport with Bordeaux-Mérignac. The exact locations are shown on your e-ticket: check them before departure so you don't go to the wrong stop or terminal.
It varies depending on the departure you choose. Search results show, for each option, whether it's direct or involves a connection. If you want to avoid any risk of missing a connection, filter for direct trips and keep a comfortable margin between legs.
Why visit Bordeaux?
- ✓ Admire the Miroir d'eau opposite Place de la Bourse, spectacular at sunset
- ✓ Visit the Cité du Vin and enjoy a tasting at its panoramic belvedere
- ✓ Stroll through the Saint-Pierre district and along the renovated Garonne quays
- ✓ Take a day trip to the vineyards of Saint-Émilion or the Médoc
- ✓ Climb the Pey-Berland tower for a city view and visit Saint-André Cathedral
When to visit Bordeaux?
TEMPERATE OCEANIC CLIMATE
May to October — mild, sunny weather, with grape harvest and lively terraces in September-October
What to do in Bordeaux?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Bordeaux?
Plan 2 to 3 days in Bordeaux: spend the first day on the historic centre (Place de la Bourse, Miroir d'eau, Saint-Pierre, Grosse Cloche) and the Cité du Vin, and the second on the quays, markets and museums. With an extra day, head out to Saint-Émilion or the Arcachon Bay and the Dune du Pilat. Book wine tastings and château visits in advance, and get around on foot or by tram, as a car is unnecessary in the city.
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