THE SHORT VERSION
Lyon to Porto at a glance.
- From
- Lyon
- To
- Porto
- Road distance
- About 1517 km
- Straight line
- 1198 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~16 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Porto to Lyon →
- Border
- France → Portugal. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Lyon
Lyon is a major crossroads for coaches between Paris, the Alps, the Mediterranean, Switzerland and Italy. Most long-distance buses stop at the Perrache bus station.
- Lyon Perrache bus station · Gare routière de Perrache
Next to Perrache railway station. FlixBus and other long-distance services.
Arriving in Porto
Campanhã is on the metro, a few stops from the centre.
- Campanhã Intermodal Terminal
Next to Porto Campanhã railway station. Many long-distance coaches. - Company stops
Some operators use other stops, such as Casa da Música.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check your boarding point: it varies by operator.
KEEP GOING
From Porto, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Porto
More buses from Lyon
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lyon from Porto by road?+
About 1517 km by road (1198 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lyon to Porto take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 16 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Lyon?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Lyon include Lyon Perrache bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Porto to Lyon?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Porto to Lyon guide.
Where does the bus from Lyon arrive in Porto?+
It depends on the operator. In Porto, services use Campanhã Intermodal Terminal, Company stops. Campanhã is on the metro, a few stops from the centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Porto?+
Campanhã is on the metro, a few stops from the centre.
What kind of bus runs from Lyon to Porto?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Lyon to Porto bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Porto by bus?+
Direct buses from Porto include Lisbon, Madrid, Seville, Paris, Brussels and more. See all connections on our Porto bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Lyon to Porto?+
France and Portugal are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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