Find coaches from Basel to Lyon

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Next departures from Basel to Lyon on 10 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
Lyon - Perrache Bus StationCheapest
Flixbus
Basel Central Station
PerracheFastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport
Lyon - Perrache Bus StationNo tags
Flixbus
Basel Central Station
PerracheNo tags
Flixbus
Basel Central Station
PerracheNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Lyon

Bus
Average priceUS$27 - US$137Average duration8h 40m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$160 - US$160Average duration3h 22m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$21 - US$61Average duration3h 50m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Basel to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Basel to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$48
Average bus trip duration8h 40m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure00:50
Distance182 miles
Latest bus departure23:40

Basel to Lyon Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Basel to Lyon.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Basel to Lyon from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Lyon from Basel, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Lyon

  1. How far is Lyon from Basel by coach?

    The journey from Basel to Lyon by coach covers an approximate distance of 180 miles (290 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Basel to Lyon without a car?

    You can reach Lyon from Basel by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/10
US$29
05/10
US$73
Today
US$134
07/10
No data
08/10
US$24
09/10
No data
10/10
US$27
11/10
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basel to Lyon was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$134 for a bus ticket from Basel to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24, which is on 2025-10-08.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Basel to Lyon but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Basel to Lyon, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Basel to Lyon.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Basel to Lyon, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Basel by bus?

Bus from Lyon to Basel

You can also go to Lyon by train

Train from Basel to Lyon

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