Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lyon (Gerland) | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon (Gerland) | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Lyon (Gerland) | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lyon (Gerland) | Airport (ZLC) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lyon (Gerland) | Airport (ZLC) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just €31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price€21 - €205 | Average duration12h 50m | 8kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average price€85 - €128 | Average duration4h 24m | 8kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average price€31 - €60 | Average duration4h 50m | 14kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Zürich?
Stops in Lyon
- ARue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- B
Lyon Airport
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- B
Zürich Airport
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lyon to Zürich
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Zürich?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lyon to Zürich start from €21. The average price for this route is around €49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Zürich?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Zürich is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 338 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Zürich at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Zürich?
A bus journey from Lyon to Zürich produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Lyon to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Zürich?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Zürich was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Zürich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €19 to €74 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €21, which is on 2026-01-30.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.