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This is Lyon's new road mobility hub, designed to decongest the city center and offer direct access to the public transport network in a modern, rapidly expanding area.
- Location: Avenue Tony Garnier 52, 69007, Lyon, France. (Located very close to the Groupama Stadium - former Stade de Gerland).
- Public transport connections:
- Metro (TCL): Line B (Stade de Gerland Station). Connects directly to the main railway station (Part-Dieu) and the shopping center.
- Tram (TCL): Line T1 (Debourg Station, about a 10-minute walk). Crosses the city from south to north, passing the Confluence Museum and Perrache Station.
- Urban bus (TCL): Lines 60 and C7.
- Train (SNCF): No immediate train station, but via metro Line B, you can reach Lyon Part-Dieu station in 10-12 minutes.
- Long distance: Main terminal for Alsa, FlixBus, and BlaBlaCar Bus.
Useful information about Lyon station
How to buy bus tickets to Lyon?
You can buy your tickets to Lyon directly through the Alsa search engine: choose your origin, destination, and date, and select the service that best fits your needs. If you need help with your purchase, changes, or ticket management, Alsa has a help center available.
From which cities can I travel by bus to Lyon?
Alsa connects Lyon with multiple European cities through its international network and partner agreements. Common routes include connections from Spain (Barcelona, Madrid) and other French cities. The fastest way to check combinations is to perform a search by entering your city of origin.
Where is the bus station in Lyon and how do I get there?
International services usually operate at the Gare de Lyon-Perrache, located in the city center. This station has excellent metro, tram, and train connections. We recommend checking the exact departure/arrival point on your ticket to confirm the assigned stop.
Where can I see bus schedules and frequency to Lyon?
Schedules depend on the route and the day. As these are long-distance international services, frequency may vary according to the season. Check the Alsa search engine to see updated schedules and real-time availability.
Is there an Alsa ticket office in Lyon?
For international services, we recommend using the search engine on our website or the app. At Lyon-Perrache station, there are information and sales points for international operators where you can inquire about services operated by Alsa and its partners.
A top-tier intermodal hub integrating air traffic, high-speed rail, and long-distance bus lines, located about 25 km east of Lyon city center.
- Location: Gare Routière SNCF (Gare TGV), Aéroport de Lyon-Saint-Exupéry, 69125, Lyon, France. (Buses usually operate from the Parking Autocars de Tourisme sector, clearly signposted from the train station).
- Public transport connections:
- Tram (Rhônexpress): Direct and fast connection to Lyon city center (Lyon Part-Dieu Station) in about 30 minutes.
- Train (SNCF - TGV): The train station is directly connected to the bus terminal. High-speed connections to Paris, Marseille, Montpellier, and Italy.
- Urban/Regional Bus: TCL network lines (such as line 47 to Meyzieu) and shuttle services to Alpine ski resorts during the winter season.
- Long distance: Key stopping point for Alsa, FlixBus, and BlaBlaCar Bus.
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