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 $38. 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 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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Lausanne to Lyon from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lausanne to Lyon on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:20pm	Lausanne	11h 15m	10:35am	Perrache	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Lausanne to Lyon on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35am	Lausanne	3h 15m	2:50pm	de Perrache - Galerie A	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:15pm	Lausanne	4h 50m	6:05pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Lausanne	5h	12:55pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Lausanne	4h 45m	7:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Lausanne	5h 55m	5:55pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Lausanne to Lyon on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Lausanne	3h 30m	6:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:45am	Lausanne	3h 15m	9:00am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Lausanne	4h 50m	6:05pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Lausanne	5h 40m	12:05pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Lausanne	4h 45m	7:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lausanne to Lyon on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Lausanne	3h 30m	6:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:45am	Lausanne	3h 15m	9:00am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Lausanne	4h 50m	6:05pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Lausanne	5h	12:55pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Lausanne	4h 45m	7:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lausanne to Lyon on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Lausanne	5h 5m	4:05pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:15pm	Lausanne	4h	6:15pm	Aéroport LYS	Fastest
Bus	2:15pm	Lausanne	4h 45m	7:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Lausanne to Lyon on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45am	Lausanne	3h 15m	9:00am	Perrache	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:15am	Lausanne	6h 50m	4:05pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Lausanne	5h	6:15pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	6:40am	Lausanne	3h 50m	10:30am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Lausanne	3h 50m	3:00pm	Perrache	No tags

Next departures for Lausanne to Lyon on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:15pm	Lausanne	5h	6:15pm	Aéroport LYS	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:23 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

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $155	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$106 - $185	Average Duration4h 2m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $61	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lausanne and Lyon?

Stops in Lausanne

A
Lausanne
Avenue d'Ouchy 6, 1006 Lausanne, Switzerland
B
Parking du Vélodrome de Lausanne - Arrêt de bus
Avenue du Grey 43, 1018 Lausanne, Switzerland

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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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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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,165 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Based on 1057 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the WiFi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $21

RegioJet Lausanne Lyon recent customer reviews

Not retaking this bus company. I almost missed my flight because of its tardiness and the staff was not at all comprehensive about my situation. Didn't speak English really either.

Seraphine S.

September 3, 2022

ALSA

4.5/560,836 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

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.

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 $38. 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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

11-25

$39

11-26

$41

Today

$47

11-28

$21

11-29

$21

11-30

$24

12-01

$52

12-02

$24

The cheapest trip from Lausanne to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 28, 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 $94 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 2025-11-28.

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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time4h	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time4h 2m	Avg Price$154	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time2h 20m	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures12