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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Bratislava
Showing times and prices for 14 Apr
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
18 h 25 m
Average duration
19 h 25 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
967 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Bratislava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bratislava will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Fast coaches
Of the 21 buses that leave Lyon for Bratislava every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 967 km distance in an average of 19 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 45 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus21:3022h25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)19:55Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)£571One-way2 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:0022h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)7:50Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)£571One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:3027h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:40Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)£611One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:3020h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)18:00Bratislava, Most SNP£631One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:0022h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)7:05Bratislava, Most SNP£631One-way1 change
- FlixBus13:0518h25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)7:30Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy£671One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus13:0519h36Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:41Bratislava, Einsteinova£711One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus13:0519h40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:45Bratislava, Most SNP£711One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:3019h41Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)23:11Bratislava, Einsteinova£661One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:3019h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)23:15Bratislava, Most SNP£661One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lyon to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bratislava 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 coach which can get you there in 19h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £237.
Distance: 967 km
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£72 Average Price Cheapest | £251 Average Price |
19h 42m Average total duration Fastest 19h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 31m Average total duration 22h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lyon to Bratislava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bratislava coaches for today, Monday 13 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h30 | 16:00 Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h56 | 17:26 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 22h25 | 17:55 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h45 | 16:15 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h15 | 21:15 Bratislava, Most SNP | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h11 | 21:11 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 25h01 | 22:01 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h50 | 19:55 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h41 | 21:11 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 27h10 | 4:40 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h55 | 21:25 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h45 | 21:15 Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 22h26 | 5:26 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 22h05 | 5:05 Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 22h50 | 5:50 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h25 | 4:25 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h55 | 8:00 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h25 | 5:30 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h36 | 6:41 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h40 | 6:45 Bratislava, Most SNP | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h55 | 16:00 Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h30 | 13:35 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h36 | 16:41 Bratislava, Einsteinova | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Bratislava
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Slovakia
Buses from Lyon to Bratislava run on average 19 times per day, taking around 19h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 967 km distance in 18h 20m.
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 967 km |
Average bus duration 19h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
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: FlixBus from Lyon to BratislavaYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Bratislava with FlixBus for as low as £43. 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
18h 20m
Cheapest Price
£43
FlixBus frequency
22 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.
FAQs: Lyon to Bratislava coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bratislava 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 Bratislava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Bratislava can start from as little as £43 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Bratislava is £72; 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 Bratislava is 18h 20m to travel the 967 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 Bratislava leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lyon to Bratislava leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Lyon to Bratislava with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Lyon to Bratislava, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Bratislava. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lyon and Bratislava 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, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland), Lyon, Dardilly, Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport, Lyon, Gare Perrache, Givors, Plaza Jean Berry . When arriving in Bratislava , you can end your route in coach stations like Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy, Bratislava, Einsteinova, Bratislava, Most SNP, Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik), Bratislava.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 Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Bratislava from Lyon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 18h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lyon to Bratislava is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Bratislava including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lyon to Bratislava:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Bratislava for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lyon to Bratislava depends on the coach companies:
- 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 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 Bratislava.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Bratislava:
- 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 Bratislava:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Lyon to Bratislava. 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 Bratislava with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Bratislava with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lyon to Bratislava with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Bratislava
Lyon
Bratislava
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 Bratislava.
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, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)
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Lyon, Dardilly
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The major coach station for arrivals in Bratislava is Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy for your trip to Bratislava from Lyon.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Mlynské NivyWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Mlynské (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy
- Bus: 21, 25, 50, 70
Bratislava, Einsteinova
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Amenities at bus station
WifiTaxisAccessibilityWCinformation
Car connection
MostováWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available near the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Bratislava, Most SNP
- Bus: 29, 30, 37, 70 Tram: 4
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