Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Amsterdam on December 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Perrache
Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R SloterdijkCheapest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    		Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City CenterFastest
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
      		Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City CenterNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Perrache
      		Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R SloterdijkNo tags
      BlaBlaCar BusBus
        		Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
        		Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City CenterNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:47 PM CET.

        Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Amsterdam

        We recommend taking the train

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Amsterdam. The journey takes about 6 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just $172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        11train per day
        6h 46mAverage Duration
        736 kmDistance
        18kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$47 - $284Average Duration15h
        19kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$172 - $515Average Duration6h 46m
        18kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$90 - $181Average Duration10h 40m
        31kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Amsterdam by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Amsterdam start from $47. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Amsterdam?

          The average bus travel time from Lyon to Amsterdam is 15h, covering a distance of 742 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

        3. Which bus companies service the Lyon to Amsterdam route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Amsterdam?

          The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Amsterdam at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Amsterdam?

          A bus trip from Lyon to Amsterdam generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Lyon to Amsterdam?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11239 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Amsterdam?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lyon to Amsterdam?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Amsterdam?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        12-26
        $170
        12-27
        $136
        Today
        $141
        12-29
        $157
        12-30
        $161
        12-31
        $68
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lyon to Amsterdam was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $68

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Amsterdam, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $68 to $314 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-12-31.

        Usually BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

        What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Amsterdam?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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