Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | Saintes | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | Saintes | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Aéroport LYS | Saintes | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aéroport LYS | Saintes | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare routière de Gerland | Saintes | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:34 CEST.
Get from Lyon to Saintes
The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Lyon and Saintes
Stops in Lyon
- B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France - C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in Saintes
- A
Saintes
6 Boulevard de Vladimir, 17100 Saintes, France - B
Gare Routière de Saintes
16 Cours Reverseaux, 17100 Saintes, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lyon to Saintes
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Saintes?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lyon to Saintes start from £25. The average price for this route is around £66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Saintes?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Saintes is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 268 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Saintes route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Saintes?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Saintes at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Saintes?
A bus journey from Lyon to Saintes produces an estimated 10.78075 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Lyon to Saintes?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12194 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Saintes?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Saintes?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Saintes?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Saintes was searched and found on 30 Jul 2026 with a price of £36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Saintes as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £36 to £129 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Saintes based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2026-08-02.
