Next departures for Lyon to Cologne on November 23
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Perrache
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Perrache
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Aéroport LYS
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Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Next departures for Lyon to Cologne on November 24
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Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Next departures for Lyon to Cologne on November 25
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Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Next departures for Lyon to Cologne on November 27
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Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:53 AM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Cologne
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 11147 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $51
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Cologne by bus
How far is Lyon from Cologne?
The distance between the two cities is 371 miles (598 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Cologne?
Most of the buses traveling from Lyon to Cologne leave from Lyon Airport and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the main 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 Cologne?
Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Boat tours on the Rhine, Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge, Cologne Zoo and Historic Town Hall.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/20
$41
11/21
$73
Today
$65
11/23
$44
11/24
$61
11/25
$63
11/26
No data
11/27
$52
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $41
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $113 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-11-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Cologne?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $41
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
