4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
21 h 10 m
Average duration
23 h 18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
894 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Birmingham will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lyon for Birmingham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 894 km distance in an average of 23 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 1 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Lyon to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £322.
Distance: 894 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price Cheapest | £169 Average Price | £351 Average Price |
18h 54m Average total duration 18h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Birmingham coaches for today, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:30 Lyon | 19h25 | 10:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:35 Lyon | 25h20 | 23:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 15 February | |||||
| 04:25 Lyon | 21h20 | 01:45 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Birmingham
France
United Kingdom
Buses from Lyon to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 894 km distance in 19h 25m.
Distance 894 km |
Average bus duration 18h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 19h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Birmingham with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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BlaBlaCar Bus
FAQs: Lyon to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Birmingham
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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