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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Mannheim
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 2 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
498 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Mannheim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Mannheim will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 3 buses that leave Lyon for Mannheim every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 498 km distance in an average of 10 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Mannheim
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Mannheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £128.
Distance: 498 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £114 Average Price | £227 Average Price |
9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg 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 Mannheim bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Mannheim coaches for today, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58074 · 30484 | 11:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 16h55 | 03:55 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 change | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 11h40 | 03:45 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 12h30 | 05:45 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 10h15 | 08:15 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 17 January | |||||
| 00:10 Lyon | 9h15 | 09:25 Mannheim | 0 changesdirect | |
| 01:25 Lyon | 9h15 | 10:40 Mannheim | 0 changesdirect | |
| 02:10 Lyon | 11h35 | 13:45 Mannheim | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Mannheim
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Buses from Lyon to Mannheim run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 498 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 498 km |
Average bus duration 8h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to MannheimYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Mannheim with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Mannheim coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Mannheim 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 Mannheim, 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 Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße), located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Mannheim
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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