
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 19 m
Buses on 05 Sept
10
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Lausanne will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 10 buses from Lyon to Lausanne, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £166.
Distance: 162 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £166 Average Price | £91 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Lausanne:
A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Lausanne costing on average £85.
A coach is £149 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Lausanne costing on average £166.
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 9m.
Flight takes on average 9h 23m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £91 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £75. The journey takes 3h 9m versus 2h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Lausanne coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h50 | 13:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h40 | 16:45 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h50 | 20:05 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h30 | 21:10 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h20 | 0:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h15 | 2:15 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
FlixBus | 3:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h20 | 6:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h25 | 10:55 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h40 | 12:40 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lyon to Lausanne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Discover the best of Lausanne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lausanne trip today.
Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Fine arts museum in Plateforme 10 with Swiss and international works from the 18th century to today in a striking former station hall.
Photography museum in an elegant mansion, presenting changing exhibitions and a strong programme on visual culture and image-making.
Lakeside district with promenades, marina views, steamers and relaxed public spaces; ideal for a walk by Lake Geneva.
Historic old town square framed by civic buildings and steep lanes, often animated by markets and local city life.
Revitalised district of shops, bars, galleries and public spaces beneath the city centre, popular for modern urban atmosphere.
Melted cheese dish from nearby Alpine regions, traditionally served with bread. It is a social staple across Vaud and winter dining in Lausanne.
Potatoes baked with cream, garlic and cheese from the canton of Vaud. It is a comforting regional classic closely tied to local farmhouse cooking.
Leek and potato stew traditionally served with Vaud cabbage sausage. It is one of the canton’s signature dishes and a classic local speciality.
Elegant lakeside dining known for refined seasonal cuisine and a polished setting near Ouchy.
Traditional Swiss restaurant popular for fondue, raclette and hearty regional dishes in a warm chalet-style interior.
Historic brasserie serving Vaud classics, seafood and French-Swiss dishes in a lively Belle Époque room.
Lausanne is costly versus most European cities, with high hotel, dining and transport prices, though local transit can be good value with hotel guest cards.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Lausanne 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 Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Lausanne buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Lausanne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
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