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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Lyon
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
16 h 30 m
Average duration
18 h 23 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lyon will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
To travel from London to Lyon you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 737 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £254 Average Price |
11h 12m Average total duration 10h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lyon coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 17h30 | 01:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 17h50 | 04:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 17h20 | 05:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 17h15 | 13:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 24h20 | 22:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 2 changes |
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Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or easyJet to find the best option for your trip from London to Lyon.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or easyJet to find the best option for your trip from London to Lyon.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Lyon
United Kingdom
France
Buses from London to Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 737 km distance in 16h 20m.
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 10h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, easyJet from London to LyonYou can travel by bus between London to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, easyJet for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from London to Lyon
Anyone who wants to travel from London to Lyon affordably will find plenty of bus connections to consider. During the week, travellers can pick from two to seven indirect depatures. There should be eight departures on Saturdays and a couple on Sundays. Expect journey times to vary between 20 hours 45 minutes and 29 hours.
Which coach companies travel from London to Lyon?
Buses to Lyon from London are provided by two companies: Eurolines and Flixbus. Neither company travels directly to Lyon. Instead, travellers will need to make a change, which usually takes place in Paris.
How long is the coach from London to Lyon?
Journey times are reasonably long between Lyon and Paris. The fastest services reach Lyon in 20 hours 45 minutes, but some buses can take as long as 29-30 hours, making it important to choose the right option.
How many coaches are there from London to Lyon?
Throughout the week, there are two to eight departure times for Lyon every day. There may be more journeys listed, however. This is because stopovers in Paris can vary between five and ten hours, giving travellers the chance to see the French capital.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Lyon?
Departure coach station: Coaches from London to Lyon will depart from London Victoria Coach Station. Victoria Coach Station is very centrally located, a short distance west of London's central districts. Buses run straight to the station via Oxford Street, while the London Underground links Victoria to all parts of the city. However, the walk from Victoria Underground to the Coach Station will take 10 minutes or so, something that travellers should keep in mind. Express buses also link the Coach Station to Heathrow and Gatwick Airports.
Arrival coach station: Coaches to Lyon will arrive at the city's Gare Perrache. It's not a long walk from there into central Lyon but passengers can also transfer to the Metro for faster onward travel. Buses also stop directly outside and serve all parts of the city. Those needing to reach Lyon Part Dieu station should take regional trains, which take just eight minutes. From there, travellers can continue their journey. At the station itself, expect a range of places to dine and buy essentials, as well as WiFi connectivity.
FAQs: London to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- easyJet
- easyJet provides special assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and support for hidden disabilities through the Sunflower lanyard scheme
- 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.
- easyJet
- Flights can be changed up to 2 hours before departure for a fee plus fare difference
- no refunds unless flights are cancelled by easyJet
- 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.
- easyJet
- Hold luggage up to 23kg can be purchased
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Lyon
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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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