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The cheapest and fastest buses from Zurich to Lyon

Showing times and prices for Jul 20

Cheapest price

$64

Average price

$99

Fastest journey

6 h 35 m

Average duration

8 h 58 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

335 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Lyon will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.

Fast buses

Of the 6 buses that leave Zurich for Lyon on Sun, Jul 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 20 the direct buses cover the 335 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .

On Sun, Jul 20 the slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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.

BlaBlaCar Bus30507
11:50PM6h35
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
06:25AMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$641One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus7990 · 51510
08:30PM8h35
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
05:05AMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$821One-way
1 transfer
BlaBlaCar Bus7990 · 51510
08:50PM8h15
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
05:05AMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$821One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
03:35PM10h10
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
01:45AMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$1141One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
09:00AM14h15
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
11:15PMLyon, Perrache Bus Station
$1181One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Zurich to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. 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 €23, and a flight costs an average of €161.

Distance: 208 miles (335 km)

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Most popular
Train
Flight

€45

Average price

Cheapest

€115

Average price

€322

Average price

7h 39m

Average total duration

7h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 23m

Average total duration

4h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 30m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

BlaBlaCar

Most popular bus company

SNCF | TGV Lyria

Most popular train company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Zurich to Lyon bus times

Showing buses for today, Saturday, July 19
Last updated at 12:47 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:35 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
10h10
11:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:20 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
11h15
2:35 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
blablacarbus7990 · 515106:30 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
8h35
3:05 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
blablacarbus7990 · 515106:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
8h15
3:05 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer
blablacarbus305079:50 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
6h35
4:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:00 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
14h15
9:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Zurich to Lyon

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FranceFrance
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Buses from Zurich to Lyon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
208 miles (335 km)
Average bus duration
7h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€24)
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
6h 15m
First bus
00:02
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa and FlixBus from Zurich to Lyon

BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa and FlixBus buses will get you to Lyon from Zurich from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French bus company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.

Bus information from Zurich to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus:

  • Average Duration: 9 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $36

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Zurich to Lyon

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Lyon
The major bus station for departures in Zurich is Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) for your trip from Zurich to Lyon.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:30-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Sihlquai
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
  • Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
The major bus station for arrivals in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache for your trip to Lyon from Zurich.
Lyon, Gare Routière de PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
  • Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
  • Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2

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