4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Lyon
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
22 h 15 m
Average duration
22 h 35 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
894 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Lyon will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Birmingham to Lyon you need to make at least 2 changes.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus19:3023h05Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway19:35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£731One-way2 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:0022h35Birmingham19:35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£731One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:3022h15Birmingham14:45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£781One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus14:1023h35Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway14:45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£781One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus19:0022h40Birmingham18:40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£821One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:3022h15Birmingham14:45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£781One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:0022h20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£961One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:0022h35Birmingham19:35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£731One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus19:0022h40Birmingham18:40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£821One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus19:3023h05Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway19:35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£731One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £290.
Distance: 894 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£81 Average Price Cheapest | £161 Average Price | £366 Average Price |
18h 58m Average total duration 18h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Lyon coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:50 Birmingham | 23h30 | 4:20 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:00 Birmingham | 21h50 | 4:50 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Birmingham | 21h50 | 5:50 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:10 Birmingham | 22h50 | 13:00 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Birmingham | 22h15 | 12:45 Lyon | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Lyon
United Kingdom
France
Buses from Birmingham to Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 18h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 894 km distance in 21h 10m.
Distance 894 km |
Average bus duration 18h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 21h 10m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Birmingham to LyonYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Lyon with FlixBus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Birmingham and Lyon
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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