Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | Cologne/Bonn Airport | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:35 PM CEST.
Get from Lyon to Cologne
The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just DKK 311, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Lyon and Cologne
Stops in Lyon
- B
Perrache
Rue 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 - F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Cologne 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 Lyon to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Cologne start from DKK 311. The average price for this route is around DKK 426. 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 Lyon to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Lyon to Cologne is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 599 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Cologne at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Cologne?
A bus trip from Lyon to Cologne generates an estimated 14.9638 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 Lyon to Cologne?
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 12859 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lyon to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Cologne?
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 Lyon to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 23, 2026 with a price of DKK 279To 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 DKK 279 to DKK 876 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 DKK 279 which is on 2026-09-23.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.
