The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Vienna
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
17 h 10 m
Average duration
18 h 37 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
915 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Vienna will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £74.
Of the 13 buses that leave Lyon for Vienna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 915 km distance in an average of 18 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 55 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.
FlixBus3:3017h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)20:50Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)£741One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus9:0020h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)5:30Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz£801One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus18:0521h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)15:15Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)£811One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus17:0521h40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)14:45Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)£811One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:0019h55Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)4:55Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)£821One-way1 change
FlixBus13:0517h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:15Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)£1571One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:3017h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)20:50Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)£741One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus21:3019h15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)16:45Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)£921One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:4519h25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:10Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz£861One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:0019h55Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)4:55Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)£821One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £229.
Distance: 915 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£74 Average Price Cheapest | £223 Average Price | £249 Average Price |
19h 21m Average total duration 18h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 22m Average total duration 13h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lyon to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Vienna coaches for today, Thursday 2 July. 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 | 9:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h55 | 4:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h30 | 5:30 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
5130 · 30498 | 10:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 27h40 | 14:20 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h25 | 6:10 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h10 | 6:15 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h40 | 14:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h20 | 18:20 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h10 | 15:15 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h35 | 22:05 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h15 | 16:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h30 | 3:40 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 3:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h20 | 20:50 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Vienna.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Vienna
Buses from Lyon to Vienna run on average 10 times per day, taking around 18h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 915 km distance in 17h 5m.
Distance 915 km |
Average bus duration 18h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 5m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Vienna with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £45. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Vienna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Vienna
Most Lyon to Vienna buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station pair, with some services arriving at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do buses to Vienna leave from?
Getting to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) from Lyon city centre
Getting to Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport from Lyon city centre
Which Vienna station do buses from Lyon arrive at?
Getting to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) from Vienna city centre
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) bus station facilities and services
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz from Vienna city centre
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz bus station facilities and services
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal from Vienna city centre
Most popular bus connections from Lyon
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