4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Lyon
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 48 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lyon will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 8 buses that leave Zurich for Lyon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 335 km distance in an average of 8 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.
(Prague -> Lyon)8:356h15Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)14:50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£181One-way0 changes
7990 · 5151020:308h40Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)5:10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£601One-way1 change- 7990 · 5151020:508h20Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)5:10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£601One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus15:359h50Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)1:25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£641One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus17:2510h55Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)4:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£641One-way1 change
- (Prague -> Lyon)8:356h15Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)14:50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£181One-way0 changes
- 7990 · 5151020:508h20Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)5:10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£601One-way1 change
- 7990 · 5151020:308h40Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)5:10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£601One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:359h50Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)1:25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£641One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus17:2510h55Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)4:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)£641One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £116.
Distance: 335 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price | £204 Average Price |
7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Zurich to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lyon coaches for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 12h25 | 21:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:35 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 9h50 | 1:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 10h55 | 4:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:25 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h05 | 10:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| 7990 · 51510 | 20:30 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 8h40 | 5:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| 7990 · 51510 | 20:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 8h20 | 5:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
| 4740 · 94766 | 5:30 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 11h35 | 17:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Lyon
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France
Buses from Zurich to Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 335 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 335 km |
Average bus duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa from Zurich to LyonYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Lyon
Most Zurich to Lyon buses use the Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan). Use this guide to compare Zurich and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre
Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) 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 inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
Which Lyon station do buses from Zurich arrive at?
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
Most popular bus connections from Zurich
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