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Today16 Jul
from US$90
Tomorrow17 Jul
from US$71
Fri18 Jul
from US$77
Sat19 Jul
Sun20 Jul
Mon21 Jul
from US$58
Tue22 Jul
Wed23 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: 18 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: 18 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: 18 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: 18 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Lyon

Bus
Average priceUS$39 - US$247Average duration14h 15m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$203 - US$275Average duration5h 58m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$53 - US$91Average duration9h 10m
29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Rotterdam to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
9h 10mAverage duration
US$53Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rotterdam to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$77
Average bus trip duration14h 15m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance426 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Rotterdam to Lyon Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rotterdam - Lyon

  1. How far is Lyon from Rotterdam by coach?

    The distance between Rotterdam and Lyon by coach is approximately 427 miles (688 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Lyon from Rotterdam without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/07
US$78
15/07
US$66
Today
US$72
17/07
US$66
18/07
US$72
19/07
US$42
20/07
US$42
21/07
US$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Lyon was searched and found on 19 Jul 2025 with a price of US$42

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

You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$181 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$42, which is on 2025-07-19.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rotterdam and Lyon!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Rotterdam to Lyon.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rotterdam to Lyon will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rotterdam to Lyon?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Rotterdam by bus?

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