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

The bus ticket price from Mannheim to Lyon starts at R 597. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Lyon?

The average travel time between Mannheim and Lyon is around 13h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 498 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Mannheim to Lyon 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 Mannheim to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Mannheim to Lyon?

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

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

Buses travelling between Mannheim and Lyon leave from ZOB or Mannheim Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Lyon Airport, Perrache, Lyon.

Bus Mannheim to Lyon from R 549 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Mannheim to Lyon on 7 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		20:05	ZOB	9h	05:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Mannheim to Lyon on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:59	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	13h 21m	13:20	Aéroport LYS	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:38	Mannheim Hauptbahnhof	9h 57m	04:35	Perrache	Fastest
	01:10	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	13h 35m	14:45	Perrache	No tags
	02:00	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	14h 25m	16:25	Perrache	No tags
	08:30	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße 4-6	12h 5m	20:35	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Mannheim to Lyon on 9 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		20:05	ZOB	9h	05:05	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Mannheim to Lyon on 11 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		13:30	ZOB	15h 45m	05:15	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:35 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Mannheim 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 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 20mAverage duration

498 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 597 - R 1 848	Average duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 922 - R 4 401	Average duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 196 - R 1 315	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Bus Mannheim to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 919

Average bus trip duration13h 35m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure00:15

Distance497 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 191 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 088 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Mannheim to Lyon Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Mannheim to Lyon.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Mannheim to Lyon.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Mannheim to Lyon, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Mannheim and Lyon?

Stops in Mannheim

A - ZOB

B - Mannheim Hauptbahnhof

C - Uhlandstraße 7

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Frequently asked questions on the trip Mannheim - Lyon

How much does a bus ticket from Mannheim to Lyon cost?
The bus ticket price from Mannheim to Lyon starts at R 597. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Lyon?
The average travel time between Mannheim and Lyon is around 13h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 498 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Mannheim and Lyon?
The number of buses from Mannheim to Lyon 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 Mannheim to Lyon by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Mannheim to Lyon?
When taking the bus from Mannheim to Lyon, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mannheim to Lyon?
Buses travelling between Mannheim and Lyon leave from ZOB or Mannheim Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Lyon Airport, Perrache, Lyon.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

03/11

R 1 483

04/11

R 1 132

Today

R 793

06/11

R 558

07/11

R 953

08/11

R 878

09/11

R 549

10/11

R 996

The cheapest trip from Mannheim to Lyon was searched and found on 09 Nov 2025 with a price of R 549

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

You can expect to pay from R 549 to R 1 483 for a bus ticket from Mannheim to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 549, which is on 2025-11-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Mannheim to Lyon that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time13h 35m	Avg priceR 919	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 18m	Avg priceR 3 083	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time6h 20m	Avg priceR 1 196	Daily departures1

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