4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Lyon
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 48 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
597 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Lyon will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cologne 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 597 km distance in an average of 12 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 45 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £283.
Distance: 597 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price Cheapest | £193 Average Price | £500 Average Price |
10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Lyon coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50429 · 4787 | 10:55 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 17h25 | 04:20 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 50429 · 5133 | 10:55 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 17h20 | 04:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 13h50 | 03:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 50449 · 5131 | 22:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 19h45 | 17:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 9h45 | 08:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Lyon
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Buses from Cologne to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 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 597 km distance in 13h 50m.
Distance 597 km |
Average bus duration 9h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to LyonYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Lyon
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParking
DiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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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