Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Zurich Airport | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:23 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Lyon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Lyon?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Lyon
- BRue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zürich to Lyon by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Lyon start from $24. The average price for this route is around $53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Lyon?
The average bus trip duration from Zürich to Lyon is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 210 miles (338 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Lyon at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Lyon?
A bus trip from Zürich to Lyon generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Zürich 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Zürich to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich 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.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Lyon was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Lyon, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $66 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-01-11.
