- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
16 h 48 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to London will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from Lyon to London without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $138.
Distance: 457 miles (737 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$106 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price | $338 Average price | $260 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 12m Average total duration 10h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to London:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to London costing on average $151 (€125).
A bus is $232 (€191) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to London costing on average $338 (€279).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 15m.
Bus takes on average 10h 42m.
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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 12:50AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $114 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to London buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h20 | 5:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h40 | 7:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h55 | 5:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h55 | 9:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h55 | 5:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h10 | 7:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
51470 · 1153 | 3:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h40 | 7:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h35 | 8:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lyon to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 457 miles (737 km) distance in 15h 10m.
Distance 457 miles (737 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 15h 10m |
First bus 12:06 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of London — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London trip today.
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
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