- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
13 h 57 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
546 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liège to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liège to Lyon will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 3 buses that leave Liège for Lyon on Tue, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 546 km distance in an average of 13 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 17 h 45 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
50449 · 5131
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
50449 · 5131Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liège to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $92.
Distance: 339 miles (546 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $255 Average price | $235 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liège to Lyon:
A bus is $178 (€144) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liège to Lyon costing on average $235 (€190).
A bus is $197 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liège to Lyon costing on average $255 (€206).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 17m.
Bus takes on average 10h 11m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€46) compared to roughly $175 (€142) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $118 (€95). The journey takes 10h 11m versus 6h 28m 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, BlaBlaCar.
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 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $103 |
The table below shows live departures for Liège to Lyon buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50457 · 50107 | 11:30 AM Liege, Train Station Guillemins | 12h50 | 12:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
50429 · 83133 | 2:05 PM Liege, Train Station Guillemins | 14h00 | 4:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 14h05 | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 14h15 | 9:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
50449 · 5131 | 1:05 AM Liege, Train Station Guillemins | 17h45 | 6:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:20 AM Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) | 10h00 | 11:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Liège to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) 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 339 miles (546 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 339 miles (546 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Excellent museum on Roman Lyon with mosaics, inscriptions, and artifacts beside the ancient theaters on Fourvière hill.
Striking science and society museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, famous for immersive displays and architecture.
The city's atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, courtyards, and a strong UNESCO heritage feel.
One of Europe's largest open squares and a key central meeting point in Lyon's Presqu'île.
Large urban park with lake, botanical spaces, greenhouses, and broad paths for walking and relaxing.
Light dumplings traditionally made with pike and baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce, a classic specialty of Lyonnais cuisine.
A warm salad of frisee lettuce, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, emblematic of Lyon's hearty bouchon cooking.
Pork sausage baked inside a soft brioche loaf, a festive and traditional Lyonnais dish often served in bouchons.
An iconic fine-dining restaurant with deep Lyon culinary heritage, serving elegant cuisine in a prestigious setting.
A respected modern bouchon offering refined takes on Lyonnais classics in a warm and polished setting.
A historic bouchon known for classic Lyonnais dishes, convivial service, and a traditional, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards: bakeries and lunch deals are good value, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
Service is included by law. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small change is fine in cafés and bars.
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