How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Lausanne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Lausanne start from $21. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Lyon to Lausanne?

The average bus travel time from Lyon to Lausanne is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Lausanne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , RegioJet , ALSA .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Lausanne?

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Lausanne at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Lausanne?

A bus trip from Lyon to Lausanne generates an estimated 4 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 Lyon to Lausanne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60787 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Lausanne?

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 Lyon to Lausanne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Lausanne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lyon to Lausanne from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Lausanne on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00pm	Perrache	3h 10m	12:10am	Lausanne	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:30am	Aéroport LYS	6h	2:30pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Perrache	3h 30m	10:50am	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Perrache	3h 35m	1:05pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	Perrache	3h 50m	8:05pm	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Lausanne on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Lyon	4h 55m	3:25pm	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Perrache	3h 10m	12:10am	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	11:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	2:25pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Aéroport LYS	6h	2:30pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Aéroport LYS	6h 55m	4:25pm	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Lausanne on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	2:25pm	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Perrache	3h 10m	12:10am	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	2:35pm	de Perrache - Galerie A	3h 15m	5:50pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Aéroport LYS	6h	2:30pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Aéroport LYS	5h 15m	2:25pm	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Lausanne on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Lyon	4h 55m	3:25pm	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Perrache	3h 10m	12:10am	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	11:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	2:25pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Aéroport LYS	6h	2:30pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	4:40pm	Aéroport LYS	4h 20m	9:00pm	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Lausanne on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	2:25pm	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Perrache	3h 10m	12:10am	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	2:10pm	Aéroport LYS	6h 50m	9:00pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Aéroport LYS	5h 15m	2:25pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Aéroport LYS	5h 35m	1:05am	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Lausanne on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Perrache	3h 15m	6:45am	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Perrache	3h 10m	12:10am	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	6h 15m	11:45am	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Aéroport LYS	10h 10m	4:05am	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Perrache	3h 30m	10:50am	Lausanne	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Lausanne on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20am	Perrache	3h 30m	10:50am	Lausanne	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Perrache	3h 10m	12:10am	Lausanne	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Aéroport LYS	6h	2:30pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Perrache	3h 35m	1:05pm	Lausanne	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	Perrache	3h 50m	8:05pm	Lausanne	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:47 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lyon to Lausanne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lausanne. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

162 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $136	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $64	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Lausanne?

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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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
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Visit page

Stops in Lausanne

A
Lausanne
Avenue d'Ouchy 6, 1006 Lausanne, Switzerland
B
Parking du Vélodrome de Lausanne - Arrêt de bus
Avenue du Grey 43, 1018 Lausanne, Switzerland

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,516 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,190 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

RegioJet

4/51,058 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

ALSA

4.5/560,865 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Based on 60865 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $100

ALSA INTERNACIONAL Lyon Lausanne recent customer reviews

Very late boarding, the bus departed 1 hour late

Nataliia Z.

January 13, 2024

The bus never arrived and I ended up missing my other connections in Lausanne

Mcenroe J.

May 28, 2023

CH Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Lausanne 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 Lyon to Lausanne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Lausanne start from $21. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Lyon to Lausanne?
The average bus travel time from Lyon to Lausanne is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Lausanne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, ALSA.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Lausanne?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Lausanne at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Lausanne?
A bus trip from Lyon to Lausanne generates an estimated 4 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 Lyon to Lausanne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60787 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Lausanne?
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 Lyon to Lausanne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Lausanne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-02

$26

12-03

$26

Today

$26

12-05

$18

12-06

$24

12-07

$24

12-08

$23

12-09

$24

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Lausanne was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $84 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Lausanne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-05.

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.