Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 11152 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $24
Based on 19 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. KLR Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $27
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Zürich by bus
How far is Lyon from Zürich?
The distance separating Lyon and Zürich is 209 miles (336 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Zürich?
Most of the buses traveling from Lyon to Zürich leave from Perrache and arrive at Zürich Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Zürich?
Once in Zürich, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Zürichhorn, Chinese Garden, Zürichsee, The Grossmünster and Bahnhofstrasse.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/22
$51
11/23
$34
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$28
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$26
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The cheapest trip from Lyon to Zürich was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $24
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Zürich, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $95 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Zürich was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $24
