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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Lyon

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$58

Average price

$90

Fastest journey

9 h 15 m

Average duration

9 h 37 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

528 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bologna to Lyon will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.

Fast buses

Of the 12 buses that leave Bologna for Lyon on Sat, Jul 12, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 528 km distance in an average of 9 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 10 h 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.

Itabus3492
11:45AM9h45
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
09:30PMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$581One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus4788
08:55PM9h15
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
06:10AMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$651One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus94742
03:40PM9h45
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
01:25AMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$721One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
02:25PM9h20
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
11:45PMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$781One-way
0 transfers
Itabus3898
02:30AM10h25
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
12:55PMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$821One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €43.

Distance: 328 miles (528 km)

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€47

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€92

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€164

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9h 50m

Average total duration

9h 20m

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30m

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6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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5h 35m

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2h 35m

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3h 0m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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Live departures

Bologna to Lyon bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday, July 11
Last updated at 9:36 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
10h40
10:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
Saturday, July 12
itab389812:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
10h25
10:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
10h00
1:10 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
12h00
4:10 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
10h45
4:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus9:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
10h10
7:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
itab34929:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
9h45
7:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
9h20
9:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus947421:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
9h45
11:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
10h10
4:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus47886:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
9h15
4:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
10h25
6:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bologna to Lyon

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Buses from Bologna to Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
328 miles (528 km)
Average bus duration
9h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
$37 (€30)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
9h 15m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and BlaBlaCar from Bologna to Lyon

Find the best buses from Bologna to Lyon with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and BlaBlaCar from $32 (€26). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Bologna to Lyon bus information:

  • Average Duration: 8 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $32
  • FlixBus frequency: 6 a day

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bologna to Lyon

Bologna
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The major bus station for departures in Bologna is Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) for your trip from Bologna to Lyon.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:30-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Piazza XX Settembre
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
  • Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
  • Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
  • Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
The major bus station for arrivals in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Perrache for your trip to Lyon from Bologna.
Lyon, Gare PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun Rambaud
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
  • Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available on the concourse.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Perrache
  • Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
Lyon, Gare Routière de PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
  • Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
  • Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2

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