How far is Lyon from Rotterdam by coach?

The distance between Rotterdam and Lyon by coach is approximately 427 miles (688 km).

Is there a way to reach Lyon from Rotterdam without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Rotterdam to Lyon from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rotterdam to Lyon on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Rotterdam Zuidplein	16h 45m	14:45	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	23:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	17h 50m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:15	Rotterdam CS	16h 30m	14:45	Perrache	No tags
Bus	16:15	Rotterdam Zuidplein	20h 5m	12:20	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Rotterdam to Lyon on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	17h 5m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:15	Rotterdam CS	1d 3h	13:30	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	06:50	Rotterdam Zuidplein	1d 6h	13:20	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	10:15	Rotterdam CS	15h 40m	01:55	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Rotterdam to Lyon on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:46	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 49m	14:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	17h 5m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Rotterdam to Lyon on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	17h 5m	04:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:46	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 49m	14:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	23:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	13:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Rotterdam to Lyon on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Rotterdam CS	15h 15m	14:45	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	00:46	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 49m	14:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	17h 50m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Rotterdam CS	15h 55m	16:20	Perrache	No tags
Bus	10:15	Rotterdam CS	15h 40m	01:55	Perrache	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 30mAverage duration

426 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£30 - £147	Average duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£147 - £319	Average duration5h 58m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£66 - £66	Average duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,373 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,138 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Lyon?

Stops in Rotterdam

A - Busstation Rotterdam Centraal

B - Rotterdam Bushaltestelle

C - Weena - Rotterdam

D - Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam

E - Rosestraat 1101

F - Weena

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rotterdam to Lyon

How far is Lyon from Rotterdam by coach?
The distance between Rotterdam and Lyon by coach is approximately 427 miles (688 km).
Is there a way to reach Lyon from Rotterdam without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

17/11

£28

18/11

£48

Today

£38

20/11

£34

21/11

£40

22/11

£34

23/11

£37

24/11

£35

The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Lyon was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £84 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-11-20.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time14h 15m	Avg price£58	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 58m	Avg price£217	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time8h 30m	Avg price£66	Daily departures1