- Must visit
Pergamonmuseum
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
16 h 53 m
Average duration
17 h 43 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
976 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Berlin will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
Of the 17 buses that leave Lyon for Berlin on Thu, Jul 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 30 the direct buses cover the 976 km distance in an average of 17 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 53 m .
On Thu, Jul 30 the slowest buses will take 19 h 18 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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FlixTrain · FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $82.
Distance: 606 miles (976 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $247 Average price | $267 Average price | $277 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 41m Average total duration 16h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Berlin:
A bus is $160 (€132) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Berlin costing on average $247 (€204).
A bus is $179 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Berlin costing on average $267 (€220).
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 9m.
Bus takes on average 16h 11m.
Tickets start at around $87 (€72) compared to roughly $277 (€229) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $190 (€157). The journey takes 16h 11m versus 12h 40m 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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $202 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 24h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $114 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Berlin buses for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h30 | 3:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 22h45 | 4:50 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h55 | 10:25 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 23h10 | 8:40 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 25h25 | 10:55 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 22h45 | 8:45 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 23h20 | 9:35 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h50 | 11:50 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 23h45 | 5:05 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 23h55 | 8:55 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h50 | 6:50 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h00 | 9:00 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h45 | 10:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 24h20 | 1:50 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h55 | 11:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lyon to Berlin run on average 19 times per day, taking around 16h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) 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 606 miles (976 km) distance in 16h 40m.
Distance 606 miles (976 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
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One of Europe’s leading contemporary art museums, known for major 20th-century works and a Mies van der Rohe building.
UNESCO-listed museum district with monumental architecture, top collections, and scenic riverfront walks in central Berlin.
Berlin’s largest inner-city park, ideal for walks, cycling, lakeside breaks, and major landmarks like the Victory Column.
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Berlin-style pickled herring, often served with onions and potatoes. It reflects the city's long tradition of simple northern fish dishes.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Marco Müller, focused on highly refined German cuisine with seasonal local ingredients and elegant service.
Historic traditional restaurant serving Berlin and Bavarian dishes in a lively beer hall setting near Alexanderplatz.
Classic Berlin tavern known for Eisbein, schnitzel, and regional beer. Wood-paneled rooms give it an old-school local atmosphere.
Moderate for Europe: hostels and budget eats are reasonable, but hotels in central areas can be pricey. Transit is good value for visitors.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip is appreciated but not mandatory.
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Berlin Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) -> Alexanderplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Berlin buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Berlin bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
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