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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Lyon
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
15 h 55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
654 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Lyon will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Of the 4 buses that leave Essen for Lyon every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 654 km distance in an average of 15 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen 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 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £110.
Distance: 654 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £179 Average Price | £175 Average Price |
12h 58m Average total duration 12h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Lyon coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:55 Essen | 18h35 | 02:30 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:03 Essen | 15h47 | 07:50 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:15 Essen | 11h35 | 07:50 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Lyon
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Buses from Essen to Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 28m. 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 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 654 km distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 654 km |
Average bus duration 12h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Essen to LyonYou can travel by bus between Essen to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Essen to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen 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 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen 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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