What is the distance between St. Gallen and Lyon?

About 244 miles (394 km) separate St. Gallen and Lyon.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St. Gallen to Lyon?

If you're headed to Lyon from St. Gallen, chances are that your bus will leave from St. Gallen Train Station and arrive at Perrache. These are the primary departure and arrival 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 Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Aquarium Grand Lyon, Walk along the Rhône, Musée des Tissus, The Old Town and Parc de la Tête d'Or.

Bus St. Gallen to Lyon from $36 | Compare & Save up to 32%

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from $43

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from $39

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 30 at 6:05am
Departure city: St. Gallen
Departure location: St. Gallen Train Station
Arrival time: June 30 at 2:00pm
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Perrache
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 30 at 1:30am
Departure city: St. Gallen
Departure location: St. Gallen Train Station
Arrival time: June 30 at 9:00am
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Perrache
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 30m
Departure time: June 30 at 1:30am
Departure city: St. Gallen
Departure location: St. Gallen Train Station
Arrival time: June 30 at 9:00am
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Perrache
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 30m
Departure time: June 30 at 4:30am
Departure city: St. Gallen
Departure location: St. Gallen Train Station
Arrival time: June 30 at 1:25pm
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Perrache
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 55m
Departure time: June 30 at 1:00pm
Departure city: St. Gallen
Departure location: St. Gallen Train Station
Arrival time: June 30 at 9:30pm
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Perrache
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 30m

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Gallen to Lyon.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $46	Average Duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$64 - $64	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from St. Gallen to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

7h 55mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest ticket

10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Gallen to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$42

Average bus trip duration7h 55m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure1:30am

Distance245 miles (394 km)

Latest bus departure1:00pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,292 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

FlixBus

3.5/59,292 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

RegioJet

4/51,030 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

RegioJet

4/51,030 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Trenitalia, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, MarinoBus

St. Gallen to Lyon Bus

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Where are the popular stops in St. Gallen and Lyon?

Stops in St. Gallen

A - St. Gallen Train Station

B - Haltestelle Rathaus - Parkhaus

C - Lagerstrasse - Saint Gallen

D - St. Gallen

E - St. Gallen - City Hall Station

F - Saint Gallen Bus Stop

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Les Charrières

D - Gare Routière - Lyon Part-Dieu

E - Lyon

F - Quai de Saoune

Frequently asked questions for your trip St. Gallen - Lyon

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $53 for a bus ticket from St. Gallen to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-07-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between St. Gallen and Lyon!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from St. Gallen to Lyon, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from St. Gallen to Lyon will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from St. Gallen to Lyon, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Gallen to Lyon?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 55m	Avg Price$42	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time6h	Avg Price$64	Daily Departures1

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What is the distance between St. Gallen and Lyon?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St. Gallen to Lyon?

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

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What's the cheapest way to go from St. Gallen to Lyon?

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