- Must visit
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 31 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Brussels will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 9 buses that leave Lyon Saint Exupery Airport for Brussels on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 573 km distance in an average of 11 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 12 h 10 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $81.
Distance: 356 miles (573 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $221 Average price | $227 Average price | $202 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 8m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Brussels:
A bus is $154 (€126) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Brussels costing on average $221 (€181).
A bus is $160 (€131) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Brussels costing on average $227 (€186).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 26m.
Bus takes on average 11h 38m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $139 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Brussels buses for today, Sunday, June 21. 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 | 11:00 AM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 16h05 | 3:05 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
51990 · 50448 | 1:15 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 13h50 | 3:05 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h50 | 3:05 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 14h45 | 8:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
7762 · 51095 | 7:45 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 12h15 | 8:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 15h50 | 12:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h50 | 8:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 12h10 | 12:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 12h00 | 1:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h45 | 3:45 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 356 miles (573 km) distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 356 miles (573 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Dedicated to René Magritte, with the world’s largest collection of his surrealist works in a central historic setting.
Celebrated museum in an Art Nouveau building, known for its global instrument collection and audio-guided displays.
Popular cultural hill and viewpoint linking the upper and lower city, especially photogenic at sunset.
Historic covered arcade of elegant passages, shops, and architecture, often highlighted in social media imagery.
Stylish square known for antiques, refined atmosphere, and easy access to nearby churches and museums.
Brussels classic of mussels steamed with white wine, celery, onions, or cream, served with crisp fries. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
Traditional Belgian beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries or bread. A staple in Brussels brasseries.
Rustic mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage or meat. The base preparation is a classic local side dish.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine-dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian and French cuisine in an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Respected restaurant specializing in carefully prepared Belgian cuisine and strong beer pairings, with a cozy, polished brasserie feel.
Well-known old-school restaurant serving generous Belgian specialties such as carbonnade, stoemp, and sausage in a rustic, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and transport are manageable, but central hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; no tip is expected for bars or cafés.
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