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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kraków to Lyon
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
23 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 42 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
1220 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kraków to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kraków to Lyon will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £66.
Of the 12 buses that leave Kraków 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 1220 km distance in an average of 1 d 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 1 h 20 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Kraków to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kraków to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £322.
Distance: 1220 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£86 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price | £328 Average Price |
25h 45m Average total duration 25h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 45m Average total duration 21h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kraków to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kraków to Lyon coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:40 Kraków | 25h35 | 06:15 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 14:15 Kraków | 25h30 | 15:45 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:25 Kraków | 23h50 | 21:15 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:15 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA | 28h30 | 03:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kraków to Lyon
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Buses from Kraków to Lyon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 25h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 1220 km distance in 23h 50m.
Distance 1220 km |
Average bus duration 25h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 23h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus from Kraków to LyonYou can travel by bus between Kraków to Lyon with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kraków to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kraków 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 Kraków, Dworzec Autobusowy MDA, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 Kraków and Lyon
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Polish Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 124, 152, 192, 208, 292, 304 Trams: 3, 19, 50 Train: Kraków Główny
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Kraków (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 208, 252, 902 Train: SKA1
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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