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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Lyon
Cheapest price
€69
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
17 h
Average duration
19 h 42 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
915 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Lyon will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
Of the 10 buses that leave Vienna for Lyon on Thu, Dec 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 915 km distance in an average of 19 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 21 h 5 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a train costs an average of €258.
Distance: 915 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€88 Average price Cheapest | €241 Average price | €265 Average price |
20h 48m Average total duration 20h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 33m Average total duration 12h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vienna to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Lyon buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 23h05 | 7:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 22h45 | 7:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 20h15 | 8:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 21h50 | 11:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h05 | 1:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 10:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 17h00 | 3:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h45 | 8:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h05 | 8:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Lyon
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Buses from Vienna to Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 20h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €56 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 915 km distance in 17h 0m.
Distance 915 km |
Average bus duration 20h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Vienna to LyonYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €56. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna to Lyon
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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