The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
€57
Average price
€108
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 46 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
Of the 34 buses that leave Lyon for Amsterdam on Thu, Dec 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 25 the direct buses cover the 737 km distance in an average of 13 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
On Thu, Dec 25 the slowest buses will take 14 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.
4788 · 1663
4782 · 1659
83134 · 1667
51016 · 1699
51470 · 1611
5808 · 1563
4788 · 1663
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51470 · 1611Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lyon to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. 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 €26, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 737 km
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€59 Average price Cheapest | €270 Average price | €236 Average price |
13h 51m Average total duration 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Lyon to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Amsterdam buses for today, Wednesday, December 24. 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 | 11:50 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h45 | 4:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h50 | 4:10 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h10 | 4:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h30 | 7:55 AM Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h25 | 4:50 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
50470 · 1611 | 2:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h15 | 5:05 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h35 | 6:05 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h35 | 10:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h25 | 10:25 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h45 | 7:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h00 | 1:30 PM Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 18h20 | 2:50 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h20 | 2:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 18h15 | 3:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h15 | 3:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h40 | 4:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h00 | 3:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h55 | 1:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
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5808 · 1563 | 12:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h15 | 1:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
50618 · 51111 | 12:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h25 | 2:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h35 | 4:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 19h00 | 8:25 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
4782 · 1659 | 1:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h35 | 4:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h15 | 6:15 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h40 | 6:40 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 19h25 | 11:55 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h10 | 8:40 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
4788 · 1663 | 5:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h39 | 6:59 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
83134 · 1667 | 7:35 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h50 | 10:25 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
83134 | 7:35 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h55 | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h15 | 9:55 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h15 | 12:55 AM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam
Buses from Lyon to Amsterdam run on average 23 times per day, taking around 13h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 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 15m.
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 13h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Lyon to AmsterdamYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Amsterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Lyon, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Gare Perrache and Lyon, Perrache (Brasserie Georges). When arriving in Amsterdam, you can end your journey in coach stations like Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam, Hoogoorddreef (Hotel Courtyard Amsterdam Arena Atlas).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), located 4.1 miles (6.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Amsterdam
- 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
- 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
- 06:30-23:00
- 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
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