The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 42 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Lyon to Amsterdam you need to make at least one change.
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50106 · 1563
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Compare coach, train and flight for Lyon to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £130.
Distance: 737 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£54 Average Price Cheapest | £249 Average Price | £219 Average Price |
13h 51m Average total duration 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lyon to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Amsterdam coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:40 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h15 | 21:55 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h00 | 06:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h35 | 06:05 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h15 | 13:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 19h30 | 16:00 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 changes | |
50106 · 1563 | 23:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h45 | 13:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h55 | 13:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h35 | 18:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 19h00 | 20:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam
Buses from Lyon to Amsterdam run on average 23 times per day, taking around 13h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 737 km distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 13h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Lyon to AmsterdamYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Amsterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Amsterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Amsterdam
- 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
- 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
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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