How much is the bus ticket from Lausanne to Lyon?

The cheapest coach tickets from Lausanne to Lyon start from £11. The average price for this route is around £20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lausanne to Lyon?

The average bus journey time from Lausanne to Lyon is 4h, covering a distance of 93 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lausanne to Lyon?

The earliest bus departs from Lausanne to Lyon at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

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

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 £10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lausanne to Lyon on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Lausanne	3h 30m	18:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:10	Lausanne	3h 25m	20:35	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Lausanne	4h 50m	18:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:55	Lausanne	5h	12:55	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	14:15	Lausanne	4h 45m	19:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Lausanne to Lyon on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Lausanne	3h 30m	18:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:45	Lausanne	3h 15m	09:00	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Lausanne	4h 50m	18:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:55	Lausanne	5h	12:55	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	14:15	Lausanne	4h 45m	19:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Lausanne to Lyon on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Lausanne	5h 5m	16:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	Lausanne	4h	18:15	Aéroport LYS	Fastest
Bus	14:15	Lausanne	4h 45m	19:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Lausanne to Lyon on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	Lausanne	3h 15m	09:00	Perrache	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:15	Lausanne	6h 50m	16:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	13:15	Lausanne	5h	18:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	06:40	Lausanne	3h 50m	10:30	Perrache	No tags
Bus	11:10	Lausanne	3h 50m	15:00	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Lausanne to Lyon on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:15	Lausanne	5h	18:15	Aéroport LYS	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Lausanne to Lyon on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Lausanne	3h 30m	18:50	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:45	Lausanne	3h 15m	09:00	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	14:15	Lausanne	4h 45m	19:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:15	Lausanne	6h 50m	16:05	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	09:50	Lausanne	3h 35m	13:25	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Lausanne to Lyon on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35	Lausanne	3h 15m	14:50	de Perrache - Galerie A	CheapestFastest
Bus	13:15	Lausanne	4h 50m	18:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:55	Lausanne	5h	12:55	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	14:15	Lausanne	4h 45m	19:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Lausanne	5h 55m	17:55	Aéroport LYS	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

101 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£11 - £84	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£57 - £100	Average duration4h 2m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £33	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

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,171 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 Wi-Fi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at £11

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.

3 September 2022

ALSA

4.5/560,839 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 by bus from Lausanne to Lyon

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Lausanne to Lyon?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lausanne to Lyon start from £11. The average price for this route is around £20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lausanne to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Lausanne to Lyon is 4h, covering a distance of 93 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lausanne to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Lausanne to Lyon at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lausanne to Lyon?
A bus journey from Lausanne to Lyon produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Lausanne to Lyon?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

27/11

£25

28/11

£18

Today

£12

30/11

£15

01/12

£28

02/12

£13

03/12

£22

04/12

£12

The cheapest trip from Lausanne to Lyon was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

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 £12 to £57 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 £12, which is on 2025-12-04.

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.

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£20	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 2m	Avg price£83	Daily departures9
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time2h 20m	Avg price£21	Daily departures12