The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
13 h 20 m
Average duration
13 h 43 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $43.
Of the 29 buses that leave Lyon for Amsterdam every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 737 km distance in an average of 13 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
50106 · 1563
5288 · 1659
94742 · 1657
50829
58074 · 1613
94766 · 1603
50829
50106 · 1563
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Compare coach, train and flight for Lyon to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $177.
Distance: 737 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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$74 Average Price Cheapest | $340 Average Price | $298 Average Price |
13h 51m Average total duration 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lyon to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Amsterdam coaches for today, Saturday, 24 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h40 | 7:55 am Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h55 | 4:10 am Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h50 | 6:05 am Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h15 | 4:30 am Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h05 | 8:45 am Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h55 | 7:35 am Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h15 | 9:20 am Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
94766 · 1603 | 4:20 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h20 | 5:40 am Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 16h40 | 1:05 pm Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h05 | 1:30 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h10 | 1:35 pm Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 changes | |
50829 | 9:45 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 13h25 | 11:10 am Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h40 | 4:15 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h15 | 3:50 pm Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h35 | 1:45 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
50106 · 1563 | 11:30 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 13h45 | 1:15 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h20 | 2:45 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h35 | 4:00 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h35 | 4:00 pm Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
94742 · 1657 | 12:30 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h31 | 3:01 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h00 | 3:50 pm Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h10 | 3:00 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h25 | 6:15 pm Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 change | |
5288 · 1659 | 1:25 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h55 | 4:20 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 15h15 | 8:40 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 18h30 | 11:55 pm Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 14h20 | 9:55 pm Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 17h20 | 12:55 am Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 2 changes | |
58074 · 1613 | 11:00 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 18h25 | 5:25 am Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam
Buses from Lyon to Amsterdam run on average 23 times per day, taking around 13h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 737 km distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 737 km |
Average bus duration 13h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Lyon to AmsterdamYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Amsterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as $33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Amsterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Amsterdam by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Amsterdam
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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