What is the travel distance from Lugano to Lyon?

Lugano and Lyon are 199 miles (320 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Lugano to Lyon start their journey at Arrêt D'autobus Lugano and wind up at Lyon Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into 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 Aquarium Grand Lyon, Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Tissus, Walk along the Rhône and The Old Town.

Bus Lugano to Lyon from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lugano to Lyon on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:00pm	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	10h 55m	10:55pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20am	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	8h 50m	5:10pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:05 PM CET.

Get from Lugano to Lyon

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10h 55mAverage Duration

200 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Lugano and Lyon?

Stops in Lugano

A
Arrêt D'autobus Lugano
Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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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
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lugano to Lyon by bus

What is the travel distance from Lugano to Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lugano to Lyon?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Lugano to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $45 for a bus ticket from Lugano to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-22.