How much does a bus ticket from London to Lyon cost?

The bus ticket price from London to Lyon starts at US$43. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from London to Lyon?

The average travel time between London and Lyon is around 17h 46m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 738 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between London and Lyon?

The number of buses from London to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from London to Lyon?

When taking the bus from London to Lyon, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Lyon?

Buses travelling between London and Lyon leave from Victoria Coach Station or Finchley Road and arrive at Perrache, Lyon Airport, Lyon.

Bus London to Lyon from US$41 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from London to Lyon on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:00	Victoria Coach Station	16h 30m	19:30	Perrache	Cheapest
19:30	Victoria Coach Station	15h 50m	12:20	Perrache	Fastest
23:59	Victoria Coach Station	17h 46m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
08:00	Victoria Coach Station	16h 55m	01:55	Perrache	No tags
09:30	Victoria Coach Station	16h 50m	03:20	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from London to Lyon on 3 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:30	Victoria Coach Station	18h 15m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from London to Lyon on 4 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:59	Victoria Coach Station	17h 46m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from London to Lyon on 7 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:59	Victoria Coach Station	17h 46m	18:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 40mAverage duration

737 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$43 - US$236	Average duration17h 46m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$598 - US$667	Average duration5h 37m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$110 - US$110	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Bus London to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$87

Average bus trip duration17h 46m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure01:00

Distance735 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 151 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 077 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Infobus, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Gontijo

London to Lyon Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from London to Lyon. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from London to Lyon will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

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

Where are the popular stops in London and Lyon?

Stops in London

A - Victoria Coach Station

B - Finchley Road

C - Earl's Court

D - Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.

E - London Elephant & Castle

F - Old Kent Rd

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Lyon

How much does a bus ticket from London to Lyon cost?
The bus ticket price from London to Lyon starts at US$43. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from London to Lyon?
The average travel time between London and Lyon is around 17h 46m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 738 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between London and Lyon?
The number of buses from London to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from London to Lyon?
When taking the bus from London to Lyon, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Lyon?
Buses travelling between London and Lyon leave from Victoria Coach Station or Finchley Road and arrive at Perrache, Lyon Airport, Lyon.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

30/10

US$103

31/10

US$73

Today

US$99

02/11

US$74

03/11

US$63

04/11

US$46

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The cheapest trip from London to Lyon was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$46

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

You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$159 for a bus ticket from London to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-11-04.

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 London and Lyon!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from London to Lyon, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 London to Lyon.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from London to Lyon while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time17h 46m	Avg priceUS$87	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 37m	Avg priceUS$627	Daily departures16
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time9h 40m	Avg priceUS$110	Daily departures1

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