How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Lausanne?

The cheapest coach tickets from Lyon to Lausanne start from £11. The average price for this route is around £17. 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 Lyon to Lausanne?

The average bus journey time from Lyon to Lausanne is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 102 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 5m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Lausanne 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 Lyon to Lausanne?

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Lausanne at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus journey from Lyon to Lausanne 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 Lyon to Lausanne?

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 Lyon to Lausanne?

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 Lyon to Lausanne?

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 Lyon to Lausanne?

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 Lyon to Lausanne from £10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lyon to Lausanne on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:00	Perrache	3h 10m	00:10	Lausanne	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:30	Aéroport LYS	6h	14:30	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	07:20	Perrache	3h 30m	10:50	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	09:30	Perrache	3h 35m	13:05	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	16:15	Perrache	3h 50m	20:05	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Lausanne on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Lyon	4h 55m	15:25	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Perrache	3h 10m	00:10	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	11:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	14:25	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	08:30	Aéroport LYS	6h	14:30	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	09:30	Aéroport LYS	6h 55m	16:25	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Lausanne on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	14:25	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Perrache	3h 10m	00:10	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	14:35	de Perrache - Galerie A	3h 15m	17:50	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	08:30	Aéroport LYS	6h	14:30	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	09:10	Aéroport LYS	5h 15m	14:25	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Lausanne on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Lyon	4h 55m	15:25	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Perrache	3h 10m	00:10	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	11:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	14:25	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	08:30	Aéroport LYS	6h	14:30	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	16:40	Aéroport LYS	4h 20m	21:00	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Lausanne on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	14:25	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Perrache	3h 10m	00:10	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	14:10	Aéroport LYS	6h 50m	21:00	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	09:10	Aéroport LYS	5h 15m	14:25	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	19:30	Aéroport LYS	5h 35m	01:05	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Lausanne on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	Perrache	3h 15m	06:45	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Perrache	3h 10m	00:10	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	05:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	6h 15m	11:45	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	17:55	Aéroport LYS	10h 10m	04:05	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	07:20	Perrache	3h 30m	10:50	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures from Lyon to Lausanne on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:20	Perrache	3h 30m	10:50	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Perrache	3h 10m	00:10	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Aéroport LYS	6h	14:30	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	09:30	Perrache	3h 35m	13:05	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	16:15	Perrache	3h 50m	20:05	Lausanne	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:35 CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Lausanne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lausanne. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, 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	Actions
Bus	Average price£11 - £73	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £34	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Lausanne?

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
Visit page

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,515 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,190 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

RegioJet

4/51,058 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

ALSA

4.5/560,865 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Based on 60865 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at £54

ALSA INTERNACIONAL Lyon Lausanne recent customer reviews

Very late boarding, the bus departed 1 hour late

Nataliia Z.

13 January 2024

The bus never arrived and I ended up missing my other connections in Lausanne

Mcenroe J.

28 May 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lyon to Lausanne

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 Lyon to Lausanne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lyon to Lausanne start from £11. The average price for this route is around £17. 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 Lyon to Lausanne?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Lausanne is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 102 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 5m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Lausanne 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 Lyon to Lausanne?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Lausanne at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Lausanne?
A bus journey from Lyon to Lausanne 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 Lyon to Lausanne?
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 Lyon to Lausanne?
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 Lyon to Lausanne?
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 Lyon to Lausanne?
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

02/12

£14

03/12

£14

Today

£13

05/12

£10

06/12

£13

07/12

£13

08/12

£12

09/12

£13

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Lausanne was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

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

You can expect to pay from £10 to £45 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Lausanne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, 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.