How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Dunkirk?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Dunkirk start at R 420. The average price for this route is around R 838. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Dunkirk?

The average bus journey time from Lyon to Dunkirk is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 615 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Dunkirk route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Dunkirk?

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Dunkirk at 06:20. And the latest bus departs at 17:55.

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

A bus trip from Lyon to Dunkirk produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Lyon to Dunkirk?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Dunkirk?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Dunkirk?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Dunkirk?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lyon to Dunkirk from R 439 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lyon to Dunkirk on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	14h 40m	23:15	Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Lyon to Dunkirk on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:35	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	14h 40m	23:15	Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare	Cheapest
Bus	08:40	Perrache	13h 35m	22:15	Dunkerque Gare SNCF	Fastest
Bus	17:55	Aéroport LYS	1d 4h	22:15	Dunkerque Gare SNCF	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:30 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Dunkirk

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dunkirk. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 086, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 30mAverage duration

616 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 420 - R 2 994	Average duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 086 - R 2 169	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Dunkirk?

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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 Dunkirk

A
Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare
Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare, Rue Belle Vue, 59140 Dunkerque, France
Visit page
B
Arrêt autocars Marine - Rue de Bellevue
7 Rue Belle Vue, 59140 Dunkerque, France
C
DFDS Terminal
Route du petit Denna, Port 5625, 59279 Loon-Plage, France

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 642 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 241 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Dunkirk 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 Lyon to Dunkirk?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Dunkirk start at R 420. The average price for this route is around R 838. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Dunkirk?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Dunkirk is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 615 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Dunkirk route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Dunkirk?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Dunkirk at 06:20. And the latest bus departs at 17:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Dunkirk?
A bus trip from Lyon to Dunkirk produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Dunkirk?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Dunkirk?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Dunkirk?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Dunkirk?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

16/12

No data

17/12

R 601

Today

R 515

19/12

R 722

20/12

R 1 049

21/12

R 669

22/12

R 1 014

23/12

R 1 212

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Dunkirk was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 515

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

You can expect to pay from R 515 to R 2 979 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Dunkirk based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 669, which is on 2025-12-21.

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.