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| Leipzig central station | Gare routière de Gerland | Cheapest | ||||
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| Leipzig central station | Aéroport LYS | No tags | ||||
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:09 AM CEST.
Get from Leipzig to Lyon
The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 001, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Leipzig and Lyon
Stops in Leipzig
- A
Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - B
Hbf
Goethestraße 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - C
Dittrichring 11
Dittrichring 11, 04109 Leipzig, Germany - D
Brüderstraße
Brüderstraße, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
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
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Based on 16283 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 001
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Lyon by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Leipzig to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leipzig to Lyon start at R 1 001. The average price for this route is around R 1 818. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leipzig to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Leipzig to Lyon is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 834 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leipzig to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leipzig to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Leipzig to Lyon at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leipzig to Lyon?
A bus trip from Leipzig to Lyon produces an estimated 20.8392 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Lyon was searched and found on 15 Oct 2026 with a price of R 1 605To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leipzig to Lyon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 605 to R 3 019 for a bus ticket from Leipzig to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 045, which is on 2026-10-18.
