Bus from Lausanne to Lyon: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lausanne to Lyon on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Lausanne
    		Aéroport LYSCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:53 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Lausanne 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 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    12carpool per day
    2h 20mAverage Duration
    162 kmDistance
    7kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$21 - $155Average Duration4h
    4kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$106 - $184Average Duration4h 2m
    4kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$20 - $60Average Duration2h 20m
    7kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lausanne 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.

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from Lausanne to Lyon start from $21. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Lausanne to Lyon?

      The average bus travel time from Lausanne to Lyon is 4h, covering a distance of 150 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, ALSA.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lausanne to Lyon?

      The earliest bus departs from Lausanne to Lyon at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

      A bus trip from Lausanne to Lyon generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60787 reviews.

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

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lausanne to Lyon?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lausanne to Lyon?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
    11-30
    $52
    12-01
    $47
    Today
    $26
    12-03
    $47
    12-04
    $21
    12-05
    $21
    12-06
    $21
    12-07
    $24
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lausanne to Lyon was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $21

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

    You can expect to pay from $21 to $95 for a bus ticket from Lausanne to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-05.

    Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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

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