Older trip reports mentioning “Ouibus” at Lyon usually mean BlaBlaCar Bus now
If you see a 2016–2019 trip report talking about “Ouibus from Lyon airport to Grenoble,” that same long-distance coach route almost always runs today under the BlaBlaCar Bus brand. The Ouibus name disappeared after the sale to BlaBlaCar, so anything still operating from Lyon Saint‑Exupéry (LYS) with those old routes is now sold and signed as BlaBlaCar Bus, not Ouibus.
These former Ouibus legacy lines used to link LYS with cities like Grenoble and other regional hubs, with some journeys taking 1.5–2.5 hours depending on traffic and intermediate stops. A Reddit user who took Ouibus from Lyon airport to Grenoble called it “fine but slow,” which still matches the general profile of today’s BlaBlaCar Bus runs versus the faster (and pricier) Rhône Express train into central Lyon.
When you land at terminals 1 or 2 at LYS, long-distance coaches use the airport’s bus station area rather than the terminal forecourt, and what used to be Ouibus bays are now signposted for BlaBlaCar Bus and other operators. Tickets that once cost around €10–€20 one way on Ouibus are now typically sold in the same price band under the new brand, though exact fares shift by date and demand.
How to translate old “Ouibus” info into today’s setup
- Step 1: Note the city pair from the old info (for example, “Lyon airport – Grenoble”) and any timing mentioned, such as a 2-hour coach ride.
- Step 2: Check the current BlaBlaCar Bus site or app and search from “Lyon Saint‑Exupéry Airport” to that same destination, then match the closest departure and duration, usually in the 90–150 minute range.
- Step 3: Compare the old Ouibus fare mentioned (often around €10–€20 in reviews) with today’s BlaBlaCar Bus price to see if the timing still makes sense for your budget.
- Step 4: Screenshot your BlaBlaCar Bus ticket with the exact stop name at LYS so you know which stand to use at the airport bus station area.
- Step 5: Build a 30–40 minute buffer between scheduled landing at terminals 1 or 2 and coach departure, since queues at immigration and baggage can easily eat 20 minutes on a busy day.
One practical tip: when reading any Ouibus mention in a forum, regulars now cross‑check the route number and operator name, because several old Ouibus lines were merged or retimed under BlaBlaCar Bus—always confirm against today’s schedule before banking on an early‑morning or late‑night departure.