The cheapest and fastest coaches from Amsterdam to Lyon
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
13 h 25 m
Average duration
14 h 19 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Amsterdam to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Lyon will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 16 buses that leave Amsterdam for Lyon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 737 km distance in an average of 14 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1658 · 5807
1646 · 5287
1660 · 5287
1602 · 58073
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50804
1602 · 58073
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1658 · 5807
1660 · 5287Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Amsterdam to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £145.
Distance: 737 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£46 Average Price Cheapest | £214 Average Price | £203 Average Price |
14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Amsterdam to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Lyon coaches for today, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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1658 · 5133 | 12:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h35 | 04:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h15 | 05:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h00 | 13:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
1602 · 58073 | 22:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h10 | 12:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:05 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h45 | 22:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:40 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 20h05 | 03:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
1646 · 5287 | 07:55 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h30 | 02:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:50 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h55 | 03:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Lyon
Buses from Amsterdam to Lyon run on average 20 times per day, taking around 13h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 737 km distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 13h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Amsterdam to LyonYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Amsterdam to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Lyon by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Amsterdam and Lyon
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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