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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bologna | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bologna Autostazione | de Perrache - Galerie A | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bologna Autostazione | Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bologna | Aéroport LYS | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bologna Autostazione | Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Bologna to Lyon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 7 hours, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Lyon?
Stops in Bologna
- A
Bologna
- BPiazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy - D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy - E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy - F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy
Stops in Lyon
- ARue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- 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 - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bologna to Lyon by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bologna to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bologna to Lyon start from $31. The average price for this route is around $100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bologna to Lyon?
The average bus travel time from Bologna to Lyon is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 510 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Bologna to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bologna to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Lyon at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Lyon?
A bus trip from Bologna to Lyon generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bologna to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Lyon?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bologna to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bologna to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, 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.
The cheapest trip from Bologna to Lyon was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bologna to Lyon, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $209 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-06.
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.
