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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: May 2 atDeparture city: BernDeparture location: Neufeld Car TerminalArrival time: May 2 atDestination city: LyonDestination location: Perrache
- This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: May 2 atDeparture city: BernDeparture location: BERNArrival time: May 2 atDestination city: LyonDestination location: LYON
- This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: May 2 atDeparture city: BernDeparture location: Neufeld Car TerminalArrival time: May 2 atDestination city: LyonDestination location: Perrache
- Departure time: May 2 atDeparture city: BernDeparture location: Neufeld Car TerminalArrival time: May 2 atDestination city: LyonDestination location: Perrache
- Departure time: May 2 atDeparture city: BernDeparture location: Neufeld Car TerminalArrival time: May 2 atDestination city: LyonDestination location: Perrache
Bus Bern to Lyon: Trip Overview
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 55198 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $17.00
Based on 910 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $20.00
Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. Inters Portugal - Rede Nacional De Expressos, Lda. ticket prices on this trip start at $17.00
Bern to Lyon Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 8 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 3:35AM - 10:25PM |
Minimum Price | $20 |
Average Ticket Price | $30 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 4h30m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 5h30m |
Distance | 150 miles (241 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | FlixBus, ALSA, RegioJet, Inters Portugal - Rede Nacional De Expressos, Lda. |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Bern and Lyon?
Studerstrasse, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
Neufeld Car TerminalKornhausplatz, 3011 Altstadt, , Switzerland
BernPark and Ride Neufeld, Neubrückstrasse 166, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
Car Terminal Berne - NeufeldSchützenmattstrasse 12B, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
SchützenmattstrasseRue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
Perrache4 Place de Francfort, 69003 Lyon-3E-Arrondissement, France
Part-Dieu20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
Villeurbanne INSALes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Les Charrières8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
LyonFrequently asked questions for your trip Bern - Lyon
Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Lyon without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.
The travel time from Bern to Lyon is about 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take 4h 30m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 149 miles (241 km) that separate the two cities.
Bern and Lyon are 149 miles (241 km) apart.
About 8 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus, ALSA and RegioJet. The number of buses operating from Bern to Lyon may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Bern to Lyon as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.
The bus service operates from 3:35 AM for the initial departure and runs until 10:25 PM for the final departure.
Most of the buses traveling from Bern to Lyon leave from Neufeld Car Terminal and arrive at Perrache. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
You can save a lot of money on your trip from Bern to Lyon by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $17.
The bus ticket costs $30 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $17 and $80, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.
Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Opéra de Lyon, Musée des Tissus, Musée des Beaux Arts, The Old Town and Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
What's the cheapest way to go from Bern to Lyon?
Vehicle Type | Travel Time | Avg Price | Daily Departures |
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Vehicle TypeBus | Travel Time5h 30m | Avg Price$30 | Daily Departures8 |
Vehicle TypeCarpool | Travel Time3h 20m | Avg Price$36 | Daily Departures2 |
The best way to travel between Bern and Lyon is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $30 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $17. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lyon, choose the bus, as it will take you from Bern to Lyon in about 3h 20m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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