The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Lyon
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 8 m
Buses per day
8
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 €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 8 buses that leave Munich for Lyon on Tue, Jun 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 575 km distance in an average of 13 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 25 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 14 h 35 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.
FlixBus9:00 AM12h40Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€441One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 PM11h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:05 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€471One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus5:25 AM15h25München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz8:50 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€501One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:40 PM14h35München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€501One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 PM13h55Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€501One-way1 transfer
FlixBus9:40 PM11h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:05 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€471One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 AM12h40Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€441One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:15 PM13h05Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)4:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€511One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 PM13h55Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€501One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:40 PM14h35München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz8:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lyon 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 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €136.
Distance: 575 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€45 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price | €270 Average price |
11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lyon buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 12h40 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 · 5696 | 11:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 24h15 | 11:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Lyon
Buses from Munich to Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 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 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 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 €26. 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
- 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
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