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Augustinermuseum
Leading art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the Baroque in a former monastery near the cathedral.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
zł135
Average ticket price on Sep 18
zł144
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 59 m
Buses on Sep 18
4
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around zł144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł135.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 buses from Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 339 km distance in an average of 6 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł157 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł157, while a flight costs an average of zł2737.
Distance: 210 miles (339 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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zł157 Average price Cheapest | zł648 Average price | zł2737 Average price | zł481 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg 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 Freiburg im Breisgau:
A bus is zł491 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average zł648.
A bus is zł2580 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average zł2737.
Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 10m.
Bus takes on average 7h 0m.
Tickets start at around zł157 compared to roughly zł481 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł325. The journey takes 7h 0m versus 4h 38m 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 03:10AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł138 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price zł160 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł200 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł135 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł141 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price zł144 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price zł288 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł130 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł181 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł144 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł144 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł153 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price zł138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł130 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł130 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł150 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł157 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł144 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł148 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł128 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł104 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł153 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h40 | 12:45 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 3:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h25 | 8:35 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 8h40 | 4:10 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł79 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:44. The fastest bus covers the 210 miles (339 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 210 miles (339 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price zł79 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:44 PM |
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Discover the best of Freiburg im Breisgau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Freiburg im Breisgau trip today.
Leading art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the Baroque in a former monastery near the cathedral.
Museum of city history in two historic houses, covering Freiburg’s medieval roots, daily life, and urban development.
Archaeology museum displaying regional finds from prehistory to the early Middle Ages in a Baroque residence.
Freiburg’s central square, famous for the cathedral market, historic façades, and lively everyday city atmosphere.
Popular hillside park and walking area with trails, terraces, and some of the best panoramic city views.
Charming Old Town lane known for streams, small shops, and postcard-worthy Freiburg atmosphere away from main crowds.
Schäufele is cured and smoked pork shoulder, often served with potato salad or sauerkraut. It is a beloved Baden Sunday meal with deep regional roots.
Flammkuchen is a thin crust tart topped with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon. Common across Baden and nearby Alsace, it is a classic wine tavern dish.
Bibiliskäs is a fresh herb quark spread served with potatoes or bread. It is a simple Baden favorite that highlights local dairy and garden herbs.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the Colombi Hotel, known for refined regional cuisine, polished service, and a formal atmosphere.
Historic traditional restaurant near the Münster, serving Baden classics and seasonal dishes in a rustic, wood-paneled setting.
Well-known local venue for hearty Baden food and regional wines, with a cozy tavern feel and a long-standing reputation in the old town.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Tourist costs are lower than Munich or Frankfurt but above smaller towns.
Service is included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Freiburg im Breisgau Hauptbahnhof -> Bertoldsbrunnen, Freiburg im Breisgau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Freiburg im Breisgau buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to Freiburg, ZOB station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Freiburg im Breisgau bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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.
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
Freiburg, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café im Bahnhof (in the station), Burger King (in the station), BackWerk (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg, ZOB.
Available at Freiburg, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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