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Musée des Confluences
A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
20 h 45 m
Average duration
21 h 56 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
1100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Lyon will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 17 buses that leave Budapest for Lyon on Sat, Jun 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 1100 km distance in an average of 21 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 22 h 50 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, and a train costs an average of $397.
Distance: 683 miles (1100 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$117 Average price Cheapest | $259 Average price | $397 Average price | $499 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 12m Average total duration 22h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 3m Average total duration 18h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Lyon:
A bus is $142 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Lyon costing on average $259 (€210).
A bus is $280 (€228) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Lyon costing on average $397 (€322).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 33m.
Bus takes on average 22h 42m.
Tickets start at around $117 (€95) compared to roughly $499 (€405) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $382 (€310). The journey takes 22h 42m versus 13h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 26h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 29h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 28h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 28h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 28h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Lyon buses for today, Friday, June 5. 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 · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 28h00 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 26h35 | 4:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 22h05 | 4:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 22h50 | 9:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 22h25 | 9:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 24h45 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 25h40 | 2:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 24h10 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 23h50 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 29h20 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 23h15 | 4:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 33h15 | 2:25 AM Lyon | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 21h35 | 4:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 25h55 | 9:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 20h45 | 4:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 23h10 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 29h00 | 4:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Budapest to Lyon run on average 13 times per day, taking around 22h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 683 miles (1100 km) distance in 20h 45m.
Distance 683 miles (1100 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon trip today.
A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Lyon’s premier fine arts museum, housed in a former abbey near Place des Terreaux. Known for strong collections of painting, sculpture, antiquities, and decorative arts.
Museum of Roman Lyon paired with the city’s ancient theaters on Fourvière hill. A key stop for understanding Lugdunum, the Roman origins of Lyon.
Lyon’s atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, and riverfront views. It is the city’s classic strolling area and a top priority for first-time visitors.
One of Europe’s largest open squares and a central meeting point in Lyon. It is a practical orientation stop and a key place for city views toward Fourvière.
Lyon’s flagship urban park with broad walking paths, lake, botanical areas, and a zoo. It is one of the best places in the city for relaxation and scenic walks.
Light dumplings made with pike and panade, usually baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce. A classic Lyonnais bouchon specialty.
A traditional salad of frisée lettuce with lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of the city’s most iconic starter dishes.
Lyon’s famous sausage baked inside a soft brioche dough. It is a beloved charcuterie-based specialty found in many bouchons.
A landmark fine dining institution in Lyon, famed for historic prestige and elegant cuisine rooted in the city’s gastronomic heritage.
The city’s celebrated covered food market, ideal for sampling oysters, charcuterie, cheese, pastries, and many iconic Lyonnais products.
A respected traditional restaurant associated with chef Joseph Viola, celebrated for refined Lyonnais classics in a polished but welcoming setting.
Moderate for France: bakeries and bouchons are fair value, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Leaving small change or 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis.
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