The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Lyon
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
13 h 25 m
Average duration
14 h 10 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Lyon will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 19 buses that leave Amsterdam for Lyon on Thu, Mar 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct buses cover the 737 km distance in an average of 14 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 25 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest buses will take 14 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.
1658 · 83133
1660 · 50617
1680 · 94781
1660 · 5287
1646 · 50107
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1602 · 58073
FlixBus · FlixBus
1680 · 94781
1658 · 83133Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Amsterdam to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $177.
Distance: 457 miles (737 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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$63 Average price Cheapest | $279 Average price | $268 Average price |
14h 1m Average total duration 13h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Amsterdam to Lyon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Live departures
Amsterdam to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Lyon buses for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 17h15 | 1:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
1610 · 58073 | 7:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 16h55 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
1608 · 94765 | 10:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h40 | 1:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
1602 · 58073 | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h10 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h45 | 10:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 20h25 | 3:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
1646 · 50107 | 7:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h25 | 11:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h10 | 12:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 15h00 | 12:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
1680 · 94781 | 10:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h25 | 12:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
1660 · 50617 | 11:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h15 | 2:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
1660 · 5287 | 11:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h10 | 2:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
83133 | 11:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h20 | 3:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h35 | 3:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
1658 · 83133 | 12:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h35 | 3:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h15 | 5:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Lyon
Buses from Amsterdam to Lyon run on average 21 times per day, taking around 13h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 457 miles (737 km) distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 457 miles (737 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Amsterdam to LyonYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as $36 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Lyon by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, a stunning 19th-century basilica offering panoramic views of the city
- Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Renaissance architecture and narrow cobblestone streets
- Parc de la Tête d'Or, a large urban park featuring a zoo, botanical garden, and lake
- Musée des Confluences, a modern science and anthropology museum with innovative exhibits
- Place Bellecour, one of Europe's largest open squares, ideal for shopping and dining.
- Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, a renowned indoor market offering gourmet food and local specialties
- Take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône for a unique view of the city
- Explore the traboules, secret passageways in Vieux Lyon
- Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon, known for its diverse program
- Visit the Institut Lumière, dedicated to the history of cinema.
- 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
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Lyon
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 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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