The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Lyon
Cheapest price
€56
Average price
€89
Fastest journey
14 h 10 m
Average duration
14 h 32 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Lyon will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Lyon without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Amsterdam to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €159.
Distance: 737 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€51 Average price Cheapest | €235 Average price | €223 Average price |
14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Amsterdam to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Lyon buses for today, Tuesday, November 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 · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 15h15 | 10:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 18h35 | 2:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h30 | 2:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
1662 · 5133 | 9:20 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 18h55 | 4:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 16h50 | 2:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h15 | 5:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 17h05 | 1:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h55 | 1:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 14h50 | 1:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 14h30 | 1:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 AM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 20h05 | 10:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Lyon
Buses from Amsterdam to Lyon run on average 20 times per day, taking around 13h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 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 737 km distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 13h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Amsterdam to LyonYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as €27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Lyon
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
- 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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