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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Amsterdam
Showing times and prices for 18 Feb
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
13 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 6 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
737 km
Cheap tickets
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 £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Fast coaches
Of the 19 buses that leave Lyon for Amsterdam 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 737 km distance in an average of 14 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 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.
58074 · 161312:0019h00
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)07:00Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£331One-way
1 change
5808 · 165700:5515h06
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)16:01Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£351One-way
1 change
5132 · 156323:5914h16
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)14:15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£441One-way
1 change
8313408:3015h00
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)23:30Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£531One-way
0 changes
FlixBus18:5513h50
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)08:45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£551One-way
0 changes
FlixBus18:5513h50
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)08:45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£551One-way
0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus00:5013h55
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)14:45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£651One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus00:1014h10
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)14:20Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£641One-way
1 change
5132 · 156323:5914h16
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)14:15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£441One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus08:3514h20
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)22:55Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
£651One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 £27, and a flight costs an average of £109.
Distance: 737 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £171 Average Price | £163 Average Price |
13h 49m Average total duration 13h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - 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
Lyon to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Amsterdam coaches for today, Tuesday 17 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 08:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58074 · 1613 | 11:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 18h25 | 05:25 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h50 | 06:05 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h35 | 04:50 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h55 | 07:35 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| 50805 | 19:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h25 | 09:05 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 16h55 | 13:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 19h45 | 18:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 19h50 | 18:25 Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 changes | |
| 5132 · 1563 | 22:59 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h16 | 13:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h10 | 13:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h55 | 13:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| 5808 · 1657 | 23:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h06 | 15:01 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 18 February | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h40 | 18:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| 83134 | 07:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h00 | 22:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h20 | 21:55 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 20h00 | 04:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h45 | 23:55 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam
France
Netherlands
Buses from Lyon to Amsterdam run on average 24 times per day, taking around 13h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 737 km distance in 13h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 13h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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 £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 45m
Cheapest Price
£42
FlixBus frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 15m
Cheapest Price
£27
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Amsterdam can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Amsterdam is £43; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Lyon to Amsterdam is 13h 15m to travel the 737 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Lyon to Amsterdam leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lyon to Amsterdam leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Lyon to Amsterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Lyon to Amsterdam, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Amsterdam. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lyon and Amsterdam and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Lyon , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport, Givors, Plaza Jean Berry, Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1), Lyon, Gare Perrache, Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) . When arriving in Amsterdam , you can end your route in coach stations like Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena, Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1, Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam, Centraal Station, Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station), Amsterdam, Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), located 3 away from the city centre.
A trip to Amsterdam from Lyon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 13h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lyon to Amsterdam is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Amsterdam including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Amsterdam for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lyon to Amsterdam:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Lyon to Amsterdam.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Lyon to Amsterdam. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Lyon to Amsterdam with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Amsterdam with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lyon to Amsterdam with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Amsterdam
Lyon
Amsterdam
The major coach station for departures in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache for your trip from Lyon to Amsterdam.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Cours de VerdunWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport
information
Lyon, Gare Perrache
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Cours de Verdun RambaudWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available on the concourse.
Public transport options for Lyon, Gare Perrache
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
The major coach station for arrivals in Amsterdam is Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) for your trip to Amsterdam from Lyon.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:30-23:00
Distance to city center
3 kmCar connection
RadarwegWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
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Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
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