The cheapest and fastest buses from Geneva to Lyon
- Cheapest price on Nov 14
- €12
- Average ticket price on Nov 14
- €18
- Fastest journey on Nov 14
- 2 h
- Average journey duration on Nov 14
- 2 h 2 m
- Buses on Nov 14
- 22
- Distance
- 112 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Lyon will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Sat, Nov 14, we found 22 buses from Geneva to Lyon, including 20 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 14 the direct buses cover the 112 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sat, Nov 14 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.
38126:50 PM 2h30 Genève, Gare Routière 9:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €12 1 One-way 0 transfers
381611:35 AM 2h35 Genève, Gare Routière 2:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €12 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus12:10 PM 2h50 Geneve, Place Dorcière 3:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
31558:40 PM 2h00 Genève, Gare Routière 10:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
76607:45 AM 3h05 Genève, Gare Routière 10:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
31558:40 PM 2h00 Genève, Gare Routière 10:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
Normal8:40 PM 2h00 Genève, Gare Routière 10:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers
Normal8:40 PM 2h00 Genève, Gare Routière 10:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus9:35 PM 2h05 Geneve, Place Dorcière 11:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus10:15 PM 2h05 Geneve, Place Dorcière 12:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Lyon
Buses from Geneva to Lyon run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 112 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 112 km |
Average bus duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 59m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Geneva to Lyon trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Geneva to Lyon.
Live departures
Geneva to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Lyon buses for today, Friday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h20 | 9:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7660 | 7:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 3h05 | 10:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h25 | 10:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h20 | 1:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3816 | 11:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h35 | 2:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h35 | 2:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Prague -> Lyon) | 12:30 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h20 | 2:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h20 | 3:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h40 | 4:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 3h50 | 5:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 3h10 | 7:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2h45 | 7:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
72403 | 5:20 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 3h25 | 8:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 4h45 | 11:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h15 | 8:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3812 | 6:50 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h30 | 9:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h20 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Genève, Aéroport | 3h20 | 11:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 8:40 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h00 | 10:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:40 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h00 | 10:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3155 | 8:40 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h00 | 10:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h05 | 11:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h05 | 12:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Geneva and Lyon
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Bus from Geneva to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Geneva to Lyon
Most Geneva to Lyon buses use the Geneve, Place Dorcière to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do buses to Lyon leave from?
Getting to Geneve, Place Dorcière from Geneva city centre
Geneve, Place Dorcière bus station facilities and services
Geneve, Place Dorcière 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 Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Genève, Gare Routière from Geneva city centre
Genève, Gare Routière bus station facilities and services
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Genève, Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport bus station facilities and services
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
Which Lyon station do buses from Geneva arrive at?
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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, Gare Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare 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), Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Bus stations for Geneva to Lyon
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