The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Berlin
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
18 h 25 m
Average duration
20 h 14 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
976 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Berlin will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
Of the 12 buses that leave Lyon for Berlin on Thu, Jan 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct buses cover the 976 km distance in an average of 20 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 25 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest buses will take 21 h 20 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. 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 train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €99.
Distance: 976 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€79 Average price Cheapest | €145 Average price | €263 Average price |
16h 41m Average total duration 16h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lyon to Berlin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Berlin buses for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:05 PM Lyon | 23h50 | 2:55 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Lyon | 23h35 | 3:50 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Lyon | 23h35 | 6:35 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Lyon | 22h30 | 6:30 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Lyon | 18h10 | 3:10 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 18h25 | 7:50 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 22h45 | 12:10 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 25h25 | 7:45 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 20h45 | 3:05 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 21h10 | 3:30 AM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 24h20 | 7:55 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 25h05 | 9:15 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 26h00 | 3:55 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Berlin
Buses from Lyon to Berlin run on average 22 times per day, taking around 16h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €48 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 976 km distance in 16h 16m.
Distance 976 km |
Average bus duration 16h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 16m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to BerlinYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Berlin with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Berlin
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
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