The cheapest and fastest buses from Colmar to Lyon
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Colmar to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colmar to Lyon will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 11 buses that leave Colmar for Lyon on Fri, Apr 03, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct buses cover the 323 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
9:50 AM4h20Colmar2:10 PMLyon€541One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM4h30Colmar12:00 PMLyon€541One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM4h10Colmar1:10 PMLyon€541One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM3h40Colmar1:40 PMLyon€571One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM3h40Colmar3:10 PMLyon€571One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM3h40Colmar1:40 PMLyon€571One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM3h40Colmar3:10 PMLyon€571One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM4h10Colmar1:10 PMLyon€541One-way0 transfers
9:50 AM4h20Colmar2:10 PMLyon€541One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM4h30Colmar12:00 PMLyon€541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Colmar to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colmar to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 €17, and a flight costs an average of €72.
Distance: 323 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €164 Average price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Colmar to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colmar to Lyon buses for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Colmar, Place de la Gare | 5h25 | 11:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51510 | 9:25 PM Colmar, Gare SNCF | 5h45 | 3:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, April 3 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Colmar, Place de la Gare | 5h55 | 6:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 AM Colmar, Place de la Gare | 6h05 | 10:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 AM Colmar, Place de la Gare | 7h05 | 3:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Colmar to Lyon by bus, train, or flight
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Why should you book Colmar to Lyon buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Colmar to Lyon.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Colmar to Lyon.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Colmar to Lyon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Colmar to Lyon.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colmar to Lyon
Buses from Colmar to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 323 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 323 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Colmar to LyonYou can travel by bus between Colmar to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Colmar to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colmar 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 Colmar to Lyon
- 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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