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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Award-winning museum tracing 1,000 years of Jewish life in Poland through immersive exhibitions in Muranów.










Cheapest price
$119
Average price
$213
Fastest journey
26h 15m
Average duration
31h 11m
Buses per day
10
Distance
395 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a train costs an average of $388.
Distance: 856 miles (1378 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$119 Average price Cheapest | $282 Average price | $412 Average price | $377 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 49m Average total duration 26h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 23m Average total duration 17h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.4 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.1 - 8.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Warsaw:
A bus is $163 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Warsaw costing on average $282 (€232).
A bus is $293 (€241) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Warsaw costing on average $412 (€339).
Other travel options to Warsaw take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 53m.
Bus takes on average 26h 19m.
Tickets start at around $119 (€98) compared to roughly $377 (€310) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $258 (€212). The journey takes 26h 19m versus 17h 35m 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, Sindbad, Infobus.
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 02:20AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 36h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 27h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 30h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 35h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 28h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 33h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:57AM | Duration 32h27 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 33h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 34h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Warsaw buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 26h15 | 7:20 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 33h00 | 3:05 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Centralny 04 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 27h40 | 9:45 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 26h55 | 9:00 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 30h40 | 12:45 AM Warszawa, Aleje Jerozolimskie (Dworzec Centralny 06) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 32h27 | 5:57 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 33h25 | 7:25 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 32h55 | 6:55 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 34h02 | 8:02 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 34h35 | 9:35 AM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 27h50 | 6:10 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 29h42 | 8:02 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 31h15 | 9:35 AM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Lyon | 34h50 | 1:50 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Lyon | 33h35 | 12:35 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Lyon | 32h25 | 11:25 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Lyon | 36h50 | 3:50 PM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 29h12 | 10:32 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 30h55 | 12:15 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 27h35 | 8:55 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 27h10 | 8:30 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 34h30 | 3:50 PM Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 35h20 | 6:50 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Autobusowy Metro Młociny | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 28h55 | 1:55 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lyon to Warsaw run on average 23 times per day, taking around 26h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 856 miles (1378 km) distance in 26h 15m.
Distance 856 miles (1378 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 26h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Warsaw — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Warsaw trip today.
Award-winning museum tracing 1,000 years of Jewish life in Poland through immersive exhibitions in Muranów.
One of Warsaw’s most important museums, presenting the 1944 uprising with multimedia displays and personal stories.
Major national collection with Polish and European art, ancient galleries, and rotating exhibitions.
Historic square rebuilt after World War II, lined with colorful townhouses and street life.
Warsaw’s most famous park, with palaces, peacocks, lakes, and the Chopin Monument.
Prestigious historic route linking major churches, palaces, and university buildings in central Warsaw.
Poland’s iconic dumplings, commonly filled with potato and cheese, meat, mushrooms, or seasonal fruit. They are a staple of home cooking and one of the most recognizable traditional dishes in Warsaw.
A sour rye soup made from fermented rye starter, often served with sausage and egg. It is deeply rooted in Polish culinary tradition and especially popular in traditional Warsaw restaurants.
A hearty hunter’s stew of sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, and mixed meats, slowly cooked for rich flavor. It is one of the classic national dishes served across Poland, including Warsaw.
A classic, elegant restaurant famous for traditional Polish dishes such as schabowy, tartare, and old-fashioned desserts, served in a warm, nostalgic interior.
A long-established fine dining restaurant serving polished Polish and European cuisine in a stylish villa setting, known for strong service and a romantic atmosphere.
A well-known Warsaw chain specializing in traditional Polish food, especially pierogi, soups, and classic comfort dishes, with a cozy old-town atmosphere.
Moderate by European standards: food and transport are reasonable, while central hotels cost more.
Service is not always included. Tip about 10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and small tips in cafes are appreciated but not expected.
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Warsaw Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy -> Warszawa Centralna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Warsaw 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 Warsaw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Warsaw buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni station pair, with some services arriving at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Warsaw 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.
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Polska (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Warszawa (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticket counters.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni.
Available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni: Elevators, ramps.
Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy is 7 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Bistro Chopin (in the station), Pierogi Place (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal, near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy.
Available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy: Elevators, ramps.
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