Bus from London to Lyon: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Lyon on 13 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
Lyon (Gerland)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
Lyon (Gerland)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
Lyon (Gerland)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:59 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 435, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
9h 50mAverage duration
737 kmDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 764 - R 3 374Average duration17h 51m
18kg CO₂e
Average priceR 10 105 - R 11 258Average duration5h 37m
18kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 1 435 - R 1 925Average duration9h 50m
31kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Lyon by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from London to Lyon start at R 764. The average price for this route is around R 1 572. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from London to Lyon?

    The average bus journey time from London to Lyon is 17h 51m, covering a distance of 736 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Lyon?

    The earliest bus departs from London to Lyon at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

    A bus trip from London to Lyon produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

    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 11357 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Lyon?

    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 London to Lyon?

    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
09/01
R 1 514
10/01
R 1 411
Today
R 1 189
12/01
R 863
13/01
R 1 108
14/01
R 1 118
15/01
R 1 048
16/01
R 860
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Lyon was searched and found on 16 Jan 2026 with a price of R 860

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

You can expect to pay from R 860 to R 2 553 for a bus ticket from London to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 860, which is on 2026-01-16.

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

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