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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 5 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Lyon every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 563 km distance in an average of 12 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 55 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main 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 1h 51m. 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 £28, and a flight costs an average of £211.
Distance: 563 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £158 Average Price | £281 Average Price |
10h 43m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg 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
Frankfurt am Main to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Lyon coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 07:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 12h20 | 19:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 563 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 563 km |
Average bus duration 10h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar from Frankfurt am Main to LyonYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Sindbad, 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: Frankfurt am Main to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 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 Frankfurt am Main and Lyon
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery & Café (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 78 Train: S3, S4, S5, S6 Tram: 15, 16
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
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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