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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Dortmund
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
15 h 10 m
Average duration
16 h 22 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
669 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Dortmund will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £61.
Of the 7 buses that leave Lyon for Dortmund 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 669 km distance in an average of 16 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 12 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.
FlixBus23:0016h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)15:00Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf£611One-way0 changes- FlixBus+
FlixTrain22:1515h14Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)13:29Dortmund Hbf£661One-way1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus18:5518h55Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)13:50Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf£681One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain15:1518h12Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:27Dortmund Hbf£731One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus18:0515h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:15Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf£741One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus18:0515h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:15Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf£741One-way1 change
- FlixBus+FlixTrain22:1515h14Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)13:29Dortmund Hbf£661One-way1 change
- FlixBus23:0016h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)15:00Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf£611One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:3517h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1:50Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf£831One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain15:1518h12Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:27Dortmund Hbf£731One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Dortmund
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 669 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price Cheapest | £154 Average Price | £212 Average Price |
8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration Fastest 6h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Dortmund bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Dortmund coaches for today, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h55 | 13:50 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus+FlixTrain | 22:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h14 | 13:29 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h00 | 15:00 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 30 May | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h30 | 21:10 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h15 | 1:50 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain | 15:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h12 | 9:27 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Dortmund
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Buses from Lyon to Dortmund run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 669 km distance in 15h 12m.
Distance 669 km |
Average bus duration 8h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 12m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Lyon to DortmundYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Dortmund with FlixBus for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Dortmund coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Dortmund
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Bistro Central (0.2 km)
- Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5
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