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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Düsseldorf to Lyon

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£47

Average price

£66

Fastest journey

10 h 45 m

Average duration

14 h 54 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

625 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Düsseldorf to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Lyon will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Düsseldorf 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 625 km distance in an average of 14 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 17 h 50 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
23:0510h45
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
09:50Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
£471One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar Bus50449 · 94765
21:4516h50
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
14:35Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
£631One-way
1 change
BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 5807
10:4017h50
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
04:30Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
£671One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
00:4014h05
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
14:45Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
£681One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
13:4515h00
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
04:45Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
£851One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £71.

Distance: 625 km

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Flight

£57

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Cheapest

£172

Average Price

£204

Average Price

12h 43m

Average total duration

12h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 47m

Average total duration

7h 17m

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30m

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5h 21m

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2h 21m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Düsseldorf to Lyon bus times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Lyon coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacarbus50429 · 580709:40 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
17h50
03:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:45 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
15h00
03:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 change
blablacarbus50449 · 9476520:45 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
16h50
13:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:05 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
10h45
08:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus23:40 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
14h05
13:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Düsseldorf to Lyon

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Buses from Düsseldorf to Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 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 625 km distance in 10h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
625 km
Average bus duration
12h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
10h 45m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Düsseldorf to LyonYou can travel by bus between Düsseldorf to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 45m
Cheapest Price
£28
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
16h 45m
Cheapest Price
£32
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Düsseldorf to Lyon coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Düsseldorf to Lyon can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Düsseldorf to Lyon is £59; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Düsseldorf to Lyon is on average 10 h 45 min   for the 387 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Lyon from Düsseldorf by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon leaves at 00: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon leaves at 23: 55.
Yes, there is 1 direct coach a day from Düsseldorf to Lyon with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Düsseldorf to Lyon coach with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Lyon from Düsseldorf as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 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.

The cheapest month to travel from Düsseldorf to Lyon by coach is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Lyon including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon.
    No, luggage for the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Düsseldorf to Lyon.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Lyon

    Düsseldorf
    Lyon
    The major coach station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf for your trip from Düsseldorf to Lyon.
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am HbfWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 05:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Worringer Straße
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
    • Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km)
    • Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    • Bus: 725, 738, 752, 754, 834 Metro: U75, U78, U79 Train: S1, S6, S11
    Düsseldorf, Flughafen
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