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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Lyon
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
14 h 37 m
Buses per day
7
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 £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 7 buses that leave Essen 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 654 km distance in an average of 14 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 30 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.
FlixBus22:1011h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)9:45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£471One-way0 changes- FlixBus+
FlixTrain20:5012h55Essen Hbf9:45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£481One-way1 change 
50449 · 9476521:0017h40Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)14:40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£501One-way1 change- 50429 · 506179:5517h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)3:30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£561One-way1 change
- 51122 · 501077:5016h30Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£611One-way1 change
- FlixBus22:1011h35Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)9:45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£471One-way0 changes
- FlixBus+FlixTrain20:5012h55Essen Hbf9:45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£481One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus13:1515h50Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)5:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£691One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain12:5016h15Essen Hbf5:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£691One-way2 changes
- 51122 · 501077:5016h30Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£611One-way1 change
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 £38. 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 £38, and a flight costs an average of £59.
Distance: 654 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price | £193 Average Price |
12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m 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 |
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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
Essen to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Lyon coaches for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 Essen | 18h30 | 9:30 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:50 Essen | 12h55 | 7:45 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:10 Essen | 11h35 | 7:45 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 June | |||||
| 51122 · 50107 | 7:50 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 16h30 | 0:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| 50429 · 50617 | 9:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 17h35 | 3:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 Essen Hbf | 16h15 | 5:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 15h50 | 5:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Lyon
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Buses from Essen to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 654 km distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 654 km |
Average bus duration 12h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Essen to LyonYou can travel by bus between Essen to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, 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: 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 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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