The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€105
Fastest journey
13 h 20 m
Average duration
13 h 37 m
Buses per day
31
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 €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 31 buses that leave Lyon for Amsterdam on Sun, Feb 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 08 the direct buses cover the 737 km distance in an average of 13 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 20 m .
On Sun, Feb 08 the slowest buses will take 13 h 50 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.
4782 · 1659
83134
50106 · 1563
4788 · 1663
83134 · 1667
94766 · 1603
50829
4788 · 1663
50106 · 1563
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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 €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 €30, and a flight costs an average of €120.
Distance: 737 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €191 Average price | €175 Average price |
13h 49m Average total duration 13h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m 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
Lyon to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Amsterdam buses for today, Saturday, February 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50829 | 9:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h25 | 11:10 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h40 | 4:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h15 | 3:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
50106 · 1563 | 11:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h45 | 1:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h55 | 1:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h20 | 2:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h35 | 4:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h35 | 4:00 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 transfer | |
94762 · 1657 | 12:35 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h26 | 3:01 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h30 | 4:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h05 | 3:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
4782 · 1659 | 1:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h40 | 4:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h15 | 6:40 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h50 | 6:15 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 transfer | |
4788 · 1663 | 5:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h44 | 6:59 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
83134 | 7:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h00 | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
83134 · 1667 | 7:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h55 | 10:25 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h20 | 9:55 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h20 | 12:55 AM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 2 transfers | |
58074 · 1613 | 11:00 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 18h25 | 5:25 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h55 | 4:10 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h40 | 7:55 AM Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h50 | 6:05 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h15 | 4:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h05 | 8:45 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
94766 · 1603 | 4:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h20 | 5:40 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h25 | 11:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h50 | 7:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 16h40 | 10:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam
Buses from Lyon to Amsterdam run on average 24 times per day, taking around 13h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 737 km distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 13h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
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 €30. 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.

- 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 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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