The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Fribourg
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Fribourg will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 3 buses that leave Lyon for Fribourg on Tue, Feb 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 24 the direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Tue, Feb 24 the slowest buses will take 4 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €108.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price | €298 Average price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Lyon to Fribourg Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Lyon to Fribourg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Fribourg buses for today, Monday, February 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 5h10 | 8:25 PM Fribourg, Poya | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, February 24 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 4h15 | 6:45 AM Fribourg, Poya | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 4h40 | 12:40 PM Fribourg, Poya | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Fribourg
Buses from Lyon to Fribourg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:07, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:07 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to FribourgYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Fribourg with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Fribourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Fribourg 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 Fribourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Fribourg
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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