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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Rotterdam Centraal Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Rotterdam
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Rotterdam?
Stops in Lyon
- BRue 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
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lyon to Rotterdam
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Rotterdam?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lyon to Rotterdam start from £30. The average price for this route is around £52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Rotterdam?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Rotterdam is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 427 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 12h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Rotterdam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Rotterdam?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Rotterdam at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Rotterdam?
A bus journey from Lyon to Rotterdam produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Lyon to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Rotterdam?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Rotterdam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, 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 Lyon to Rotterdam was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Rotterdam as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £37 to £97 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Rotterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2025-12-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Rotterdam?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
