- Must visit
Cité de l’Automobile
One of the world’s largest car museums, featuring the Schlumpf collection with exceptional Bugatti models and immersive exhibits. A signature Mulhouse attraction.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Mulhouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Mulhouse will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 4 buses that leave Lyon for Mulhouse on Fri, Jun 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 6 h 35 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 train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Mulhouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $212.
Distance: 181 miles (292 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $431 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Mulhouse:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Mulhouse costing on average $72 (€59).
A bus is $395 (€322) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Mulhouse costing on average $431 (€352).
Other travel options to Mulhouse take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 54m.
Flight takes on average 8h 38m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $115 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $79 (€64). The journey takes 4h 54m versus 4h 1m 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 Bus, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Mulhouse buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h25 | 10:30 PM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h45 | 11:50 PM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h55 | 2:55 AM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h25 | 7:35 AM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lyon to Mulhouse run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 181 miles (292 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 181 miles (292 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Mulhouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mulhouse trip today.
One of the world’s largest car museums, featuring the Schlumpf collection with exceptional Bugatti models and immersive exhibits. A signature Mulhouse attraction.
France’s national railway museum with historic locomotives, themed exhibition halls, and interactive displays. Especially strong for families and transport enthusiasts.
Fine arts museum in a historic townhouse, known for European paintings from the 15th to 20th centuries and temporary exhibitions.
The main square of Mulhouse, lined with colorful historic buildings and lively terraces. The city’s essential starting point for sightseeing.
Large landscaped park area combining botanical gardens and zoo spaces, popular for leisurely walks and photography as well as family visits.
Central city park popular for relaxed walks, trees, lawns, and local everyday atmosphere close to the center.
Alsace’s signature thin-crust flatbread, topped with crème fraîche, onions, and lardons. It is a local classic shared in taverns across Mulhouse and the wider region.
A hearty Alsatian specialty of fermented cabbage cooked with white wine and served with sausages and cured meats. It is one of the region’s most emblematic dishes.
A traditional slow-baked casserole of potatoes, onions, and marinated meats, usually cooked with Alsatian white wine. It is deeply rooted in family cooking in Alsace.
An established Mulhouse restaurant known for polished French cuisine, careful presentation, and a more refined dining atmosphere in the city center.
A well-known upscale address in Mulhouse offering classic French and regional cooking in an elegant setting suited to a leisurely meal.
A long-established traditional venue near the zoo, appreciated for Alsatian and French dishes in a relaxed, historic brasserie-style atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards. Casual dining is reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Tipping is optional; leave EUR 1-2 in cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up for taxis.
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