How far is Cologne from Lyon?

The distance between the two cities is 371 miles (598 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Lyon?

Most of the buses traveling from Cologne to Lyon leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Perrache. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are La Place des Terreaux/Bartholdi Fountain, Boat Trips, Walk along the Rhône, The Old Town and Opéra de Lyon.

Bus Cologne to Lyon from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Lyon on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	19h 50m	6:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	22h 15m	9:30pm	Perrache	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	19h 50m	6:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	17h 40m	10:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Cologne CGN Airport (train station)	15h 30m	3:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8hAverage Duration

371 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $210	Average Duration16h 5m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$331 - $396	Average Duration6h 24m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$52 - $68	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,362 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,137 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Lyon?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Lyon by bus

How far is Cologne from Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Lyon?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$96

11/17

$51

Today

$66

11/19

$71

11/20

$86

11/21

$75

11/22

$67

11/23

$69

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $51

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

You can expect to pay from $51 to $97 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-11-22.