The cheapest and fastest coaches from Amsterdam to Lyon
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
14 h 15 m
Average duration
14 h 41 m
Buses per day
17
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 £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
Of the 17 buses that leave Amsterdam for Lyon every day 2 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 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 15 m 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 · 8313313:3014h35Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£561One-way1 change
1660 · 5061712:1515h15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)3:30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£581One-way1 change
1608 · 5403123:0015h00Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)14:00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£611One-way1 change
8313312:4515h20Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£731One-way0 changes
1646 · 501078:5515h25Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)0:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£731One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus15:4514h15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)6:00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£1131One-way1 change
FlixBus21:0014h20Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)11:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£791One-way0 changes
1658 · 8313313:3014h35Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£561One-way1 change
1608 · 5403123:0015h00Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)14:00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£611One-way1 change
1660 · 5061712:1515h15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)3:30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£581One-way1 change
Travel 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 £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 £27, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 737 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£47 Average Price Cheapest | £206 Average Price | £198 Average Price |
14h 1m Average total duration 13h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m 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, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 15h55 | 9:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
1610 · 58073 | 18:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 16h55 | 11:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h20 | 9:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
1602 · 58073 | 21:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h10 | 11:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:15 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 18h15 | 16:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 20h05 | 18:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 20h35 | 21:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h45 | 21:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 20h35 | 3:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 17h10 | 0:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
1646 · 50107 | 6:55 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h25 | 22:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h55 | 2:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
1660 · 50617 | 10:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h15 | 1:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
83133 | 10:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h20 | 2:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
1658 · 83133 | 11:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h35 | 2:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h15 | 4:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 18h35 | 9:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Lyon
Buses from Amsterdam to Lyon run on average 21 times per day, taking around 13h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 737 km distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 13h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 20m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
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 £27. 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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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