The cheapest and fastest coaches from Berlin to Lyon
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
17 h 10 m
Average duration
18 h 8 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
976 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Lyon will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £75.
Of the 12 buses that leave Berlin 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 976 km distance in an average of 18 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 10 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Berlin to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 976 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price Cheapest | £116 Average Price | £224 Average Price |
17h 14m Average total duration 16h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berlin to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Lyon coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 22h00 | 20:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 21h15 | 03:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 09:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 18h05 | 03:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 20h10 | 07:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixTrain · FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:27 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 21h23 | 08:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:45 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 21h40 | 11:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 21h25 | 11:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 21h15 | 11:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 21h10 | 11:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 15:26 Berlin Hbf | 17h24 | 08:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 15:40 Berlin Spandau | 17h10 | 08:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 17h50 | 11:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Lyon
Buses from Berlin to Lyon run on average 19 times per day, taking around 16h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 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 976 km distance in 17h 20m.
Distance 976 km |
Average bus duration 16h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to LyonYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Berlin to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), which is located around 6.6 miles (10.6 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 Berlin and Lyon
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Vapiano (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Ostbahnhof (in the station)
- Burgermeister (0.5 km)
- Trattoria Portofino (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 140, 147, 240, 248 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 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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