The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 18 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
1265 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Edinburgh will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £87.
To travel from Lyon to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a train costs an average of £567.
Distance: 1265 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£109 Average Price Cheapest | £162 Average Price | £567 Average Price |
25h 27m Average total duration 24h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 46m Average total duration 14h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.8 - 7.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Edinburgh coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 27h50 | 08:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 30h23 | 10:48 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 30h14 | 10:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 30h29 | 10:54 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:10 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 36h38 | 21:48 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:10 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 36h33 | 21:43 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:10 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 34h27 | 19:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:10 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 32h25 | 17:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 31h44 | 23:14 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 30h05 | 21:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 32h11 | 23:41 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 32h16 | 23:46 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 31h45 | 06:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 34h49 | 09:29 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 34h23 | 09:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 34h41 | 09:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 34h35 | 09:15 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 33h39 | 09:29 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 30h35 | 06:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 33h25 | 09:15 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 33h13 | 09:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 33h31 | 09:21 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Edinburgh
Buses from Lyon to Edinburgh run on average 11 times per day, taking around 24h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £39 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1265 km distance in 27h 25m.
Distance 1265 km |
Average bus duration 24h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 27h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Lyon to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Edinburgh with FlixBus for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Edinburgh
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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