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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Budapest
Showing times and prices for 28 Feb
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
20 h 31 m
Average duration
21 h 48 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
1100 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Budapest will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £75.
Fast coaches
Of the 21 buses that leave Lyon for Budapest 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 1100 km distance in an average of 21 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 31 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 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.
FlixBus03:3020h31
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)00:01Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£751One-way
0 changes
FlixBus13:0521h05
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)10:10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£831One-way
0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus05:2024h50
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)06:10Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
£851One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus13:0523h20
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)12:25Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
£851One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus09:0022h45
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)07:45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£861One-way
1 change
FlixBus03:3020h31
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)00:01Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£751One-way
0 changes
FlixBus13:0521h05
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)10:10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£831One-way
0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus13:0522h10
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)11:15Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
£881One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus23:0022h30
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)21:30Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£921One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus09:0022h45
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)07:45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
£861One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Lyon to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £286.
Distance: 1100 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price Cheapest | £192 Average Price | £307 Average Price |
23h 16m Average total duration 22h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 4m Average total duration 15h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Budapest coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 13:48
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 23h16 | 16:16 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 23h50 | 16:50 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 23h45 | 17:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 24h05 | 17:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 24h30 | 17:45 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 26h20 | 22:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 25h35 | 22:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 22h30 | 20:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 23h30 | 22:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 28h35 | 04:50 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 28h00 | 06:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 02:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 20h31 | 23:01 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 24h50 | 05:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 22h50 | 05:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 22h45 | 06:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 27h35 | 11:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 22h10 | 10:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 23h20 | 11:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 21h05 | 09:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
 (Lyon -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 13:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 26h00 | 15:35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| (Lyon -> Prague) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 13:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 25h40 | 15:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Lyon to Budapest coaches with Omio?
FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus offer coaches services from Lyon to Budapest.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Lyon to Budapest.
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Budapest.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus, flight and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lyon to Budapest.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Budapest.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and train to find the ideal travel option from Lyon to Budapest.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Budapest
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Buses from Lyon to Budapest run on average 15 times per day, taking around 22h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 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 1100 km distance in 20h 31m.
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 1100 km |
Average bus duration 22h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 31m |
First bus 00:05 |
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: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £51. 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
20h 31m
Cheapest Price
£51
FlixBus frequency
17 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
27h 5m
Cheapest Price
£78
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 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 Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Budapest can start from as little as £51 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Budapest is £85; 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 Budapest is 20h 31m to travel the 1100 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 Budapest leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lyon to Budapest leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Lyon to Budapest with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Lyon to Budapest, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Budapest. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lyon and Budapest 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, Dardilly, Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport, Givors, Plaza Jean Berry, Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) . When arriving in Budapest , you can end your route in coach stations like Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, Budapest, Mexikói Út M, Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér.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 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, located 5 away from the city centre.
A trip to Budapest from Lyon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 20h 31m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lyon to Budapest is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Budapest including taking a coach, flight and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lyon to Budapest:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Budapest for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lyon to Budapest 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 Budapest.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Budapest:
- 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 Budapest:
- 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 Budapest. 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 Budapest with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Budapest with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lyon to Budapest with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Budapest
Lyon
Budapest
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 Budapest.
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, Dardilly
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Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport
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The major coach station for arrivals in Budapest is Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar for your trip to Budapest from Lyon.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:30-22:00
Distance to city center
5 kmCar connection
Üllői útWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
4 kmCar connection
Somogyi útWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
Budapest, Mexikói Út M
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