Lyon to Leiden bus with BlaBlaCar Bus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Leiden

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€56

Average price

€63

Fastest journey

13 h 34 m

Average duration

16 h 22 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

713 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lyon to Leiden will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Lyon for Leiden on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 713 km distance in an average of 16 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 34 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 19 h 10 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.

FlixBus
12:25AM19h10
Lyon
07:35PMLeiden
€561One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus
03:10PM13h34
Lyon
04:44AMLeiden
€701One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Leiden

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €78.

Distance: 713 km

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Train

€51

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Cheapest

€202

Average price

€127

Average price

13h 50m

Average total duration

13h 20m

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30m

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8h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 19m

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3h 0m

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7h 1m

Average total duration

6h 31m

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30m

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Live departures

Lyon to Leiden bus times

The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Leiden buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:48 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus1:25 PM Lyon
15h25
4:50 AM Leiden0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus7:30 PM Lyon
16h40
12:10 PM Leiden0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus8:25 PM Lyon
17h15
1:40 PM Leiden0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
meinfernbus_flixbus12:25 AM Lyon
19h10
7:35 PM Leiden0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lyon to Leiden

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Buses from Lyon to Leiden run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 713 km distance in 13h 34m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
713 km
Average bus duration
13h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
€24
Buses per day
10
Fastest bus
13h 34m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to LeidenYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Leiden with BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 34m
Cheapest Price
€35
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus

FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Leiden

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Leiden 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 Leiden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Leiden can start from as little as €24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Leiden is €51; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Lyon to Leiden is 13h 34m to travel the 713 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Lyon to Leiden leaves at 12:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lyon to Leiden leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 10 coaches a day from Lyon to Leiden which require at least one change with BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Lyon to Leiden, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Leiden. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lyon and Leiden and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Lyon , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport, Givors, Plaza Jean Berry . When arriving in Leiden , you can end your trip in coach stations like Den Haag, Centraal Station, Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1, Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena, Delft, Stationsplein, Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station), Rotterdam, Zuidplein, Amsterdam, Centraal Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Den Haag, Centraal Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Leiden from Lyon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 13h 34m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lyon to Leiden is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Leiden including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Leiden for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lyon to Leiden:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lyon to Leiden depends on the coach companies:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Lyon to Leiden.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Leiden:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Leiden:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Lyon to Leiden.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Lyon to Leiden with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Leiden with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lyon to Leiden with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Lyon to Leiden

Lyon
Leiden
Lyon, Gare Routière de PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
13 Cours de Verdun, 69002 Lyon, France
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
  • Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
  • Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport
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