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Sat12 Jul
from US$65
Today13 Jul
from US$39
Tomorrow14 Jul
from US$49
Tue15 Jul
from US$38
Wed16 Jul
from US$33
Thu17 Jul
from US$34
Fri18 Jul
from US$42
Sat19 Jul
from US$58

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Aéroport LYS
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Perrache
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Perrache
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Zürich to Lyon

Bus
Average priceUS$24 - US$134Average duration8h 15m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$110 - US$273Average duration5h 10m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$35 - US$72Average duration5h
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Zürich to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5hAverage duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Zürich to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$41
Average bus trip duration8h 15m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure00:00
Distance209 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Zürich to Lyon Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Zürich to Lyon. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Zürich to Lyon from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Zürich to Lyon, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Zürich - Lyon

  1. How far is Lyon from Zürich by coach?

    The distance between Zürich and Lyon by coach is approximately 209 miles (336 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Lyon from Zürich without a car?

    The best way to go from Zürich to Lyon without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/07
US$51
12/07
US$47
Today
US$36
14/07
US$45
15/07
US$35
16/07
US$30
17/07
US$32
18/07
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Lyon was searched and found on 16 Jul 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$113 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-07-16.

Usually Flixbus (CH) 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.

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 Zürich and Lyon!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Zürich to Lyon, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Zürich to Lyon that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Zürich to Lyon?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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