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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gare routière de Gerland | Saintes | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:56 PM CEST.
Get from Lyon to Saintes
The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just PLN 227, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Saintes?
Stops in Lyon
- BRue 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 - FLes 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 from Lyon to Saintes by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Saintes?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Saintes start from PLN 227. The average price for this route is around PLN 284. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Saintes?
The average bus travel time from Lyon to Saintes is 10h, covering a distance of 434 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Saintes route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Saintes?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Saintes at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Saintes?
A bus trip from Lyon to Saintes generates an estimated 10.82765 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What 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 11808 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Saintes?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 May 23, 2026 with a price of PLN 357To 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 PLN 357 to PLN 544 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 PLN 357 which is on 2026-05-23.
