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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Lyon
Cheapest price
€89
Average price
€106
Fastest journey
20 h 45 m
Average duration
22 h 2 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
1100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Lyon will cost around €106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
Of the 23 buses that leave Budapest for Lyon on Thu, Jul 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 1100 km distance in an average of 22 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 22 h 30 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus5:10 PM23h15Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér4:25 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€891One-way1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:30 PM23h10Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér9:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€901One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:10 PM32h15Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér1:25 AMLyon€921One-way3 transfers
- FlixBus7:40 PM20h45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar4:25 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€931One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:20 PM26h05Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca1:25 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€941One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus7:40 PM20h45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar4:25 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€931One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus6:45 AM22h05Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar4:50 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€1021One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:40 AM22h25Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás9:05 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€1041One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:35 PM22h25Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2:00 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€1141One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:55 PM22h30Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás4:25 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€941One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, and a train costs an average of €322.
Distance: 1100 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€95 Average price Cheapest | €210 Average price | €322 Average price |
23h 12m Average total duration 22h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 3m Average total duration 18h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Lyon buses for tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. 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 | 1:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 23h40 | 1:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 29h50 | 8:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 22h05 | 4:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 28h25 | 12:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 22h50 | 9:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 22h25 | 9:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 24h45 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 23h30 | 12:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 25h20 | 2:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 23h50 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 23h00 | 12:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 22h45 | 2:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 22h25 | 2:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 29h20 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 23h15 | 4:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 32h15 | 1:25 AM Lyon | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 22h30 | 4:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 25h55 | 9:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 20h45 | 4:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 29h45 | 1:25 AM Lyon | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 23h10 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 26h05 | 1:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 28h00 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Lyon
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Buses from Budapest to Lyon run on average 13 times per day, taking around 22h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €58 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 1100 km distance in 20h 45m.
Distance 1100 km |
Average bus duration 22h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Budapest to LyonYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €58. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Lyon
Most Budapest to Lyon buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan). Use this guide to compare Budapest and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do buses to Lyon leave from?
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
Which Lyon station do buses from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) from Lyon city centre
Most popular bus connections from Budapest
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