4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Lyon
Cheapest price on Sep 14
€41
Average ticket price on Sep 14
€54
Fastest journey on Sep 14
11 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
12 h 34 m
Buses on Sep 14
9
Distance
575 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Lyon will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 9 buses from Munich to Lyon, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct buses cover the 575 km distance in an average of 12 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 25 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest buses will take 13 h 55 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 · FlixBus10:05 PM14h35München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz12:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€411One-way1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 PM13h55Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€411One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:40 PM14h35München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€421One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus9:40 PM11h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:05 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€461One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:00 AM12h40Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€471One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:40 PM11h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:05 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€461One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:35 AM11h45Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)3:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€601One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:00 AM12h40Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€471One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:15 PM13h05Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)4:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€551One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 PM13h55Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€411One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, while a flight costs an average of €222.
Distance: 575 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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€47 Average price Cheapest | €147 Average price | €222 Average price | €118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 16m Average total duration 10h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Lyon:
A bus is €100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lyon costing on average €147.
A bus is €175 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Lyon costing on average €222.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 49m.
Bus takes on average 10h 46m.
Live departures
Munich to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lyon buses for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 13h05 | 4:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 14h35 | 8:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 13h55 | 8:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
 30493 · 5131 | 8:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 22h20 | 6:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h25 | 9:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 14h35 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| 4733 · 51095 | 11:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 21h30 | 9:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 14 | |||||
| FlixBus | 3:35 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h45 | 3:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 15h25 | 8:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 12h40 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Lyon
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France
Buses from Munich to Lyon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 575 km distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 575 km |
Average bus duration 10h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Munich to LyonYou can travel by bus between Munich to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Munich to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.
- 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 Munich to Lyon
Most Munich to Lyon buses use the München, ZOB 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 Munich and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do buses to Lyon leave from?
Getting to München, ZOB from Munich city centre
München, ZOB is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, ZOB bus station facilities and services
München, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station), Bavarian Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz from Munich city centre
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz bus station facilities and services
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz 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 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz. ATMs are available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz: Wheelchair accessible parking available.
Getting to München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) from Munich city centre
München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) is 9 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) bus station facilities and services
München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) 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 München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe). ATMs are available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe): Wheelchair accessible.
Which Lyon station do buses from Munich 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, St Exupéry Aéroport from Lyon city centre
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport bus station facilities and services
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport 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, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
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