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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Lausanne
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Buses per day
13
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 £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 13 buses that leave Lyon for Lausanne every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Lausanne
Omio 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 prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price | £230 Average Price |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Lausanne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Lausanne coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 02:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h15 | 05:45 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:20 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h30 | 09:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h35 | 12:05 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h50 | 12:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1719 | 10:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h25 | 13:25 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:10 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h40 | 15:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
 (Lyon -> Prague) | 13:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h15 | 16:50 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h50 | 19:05 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h10 | 23:10 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h15 | 01:15 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Lausanne
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Buses from Lyon to Lausanne run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. 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 00:34, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:34 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to LausanneYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Lausanne with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Lausanne coach
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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Lausanne
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
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
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