Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Perrache | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags | |||||
| Perrache | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Aéroport LYS | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 893, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Cologne?
Stops in Lyon
- A
Lyon Airport
- BRue 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 - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Cologne by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Lyon to Cologne cost?
The bus ticket price from Lyon to Cologne starts at R 673. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lyon to Cologne 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 Lyon to Cologne?
The average travel time between Lyon and Cologne is around 15h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 598 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Lyon and Cologne?
The number of buses from Lyon to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lyon to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Lyon to Cologne?
When taking the bus from Lyon to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Cologne?
Buses travelling between Lyon and Cologne leave from Lyon Airport or Perrache and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 719To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 719 to R 1 997 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 782, which is on 2025-11-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Cologne?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
