The cheapest and fastest coaches from Munich to Lyon
Cheapest price
45S$
Average price
66S$
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
575 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Munich to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Lyon will cost around 66S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 45S$.
Of the 10 buses that leave Munich for Lyon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 575 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 5 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.
(Prague -> Lyon)4:45 AM10h05Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:50 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)45 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:00 AM12h40Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)49 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:40 PM11h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:05 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)49 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus2:30 AM11h30Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:00 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)49 S$1One-way0 changes
30489 · 17208:45 AM17h45Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:30 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)50 S$1One-way1 change
(Prague -> Lyon)4:45 AM10h05Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:50 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)45 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:40 PM11h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:05 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)49 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus2:30 AM11h30Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:00 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)49 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:00 AM12h40Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)49 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:15 PM13h05Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)4:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)62 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 26S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 26S$, and a flight costs an average of 136S$.
Distance: 575 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
45S$ Average Price Cheapest | 182S$ Average Price | 270S$ Average Price |
11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lyon coaches for today, Thursday, 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
30493 · 94765 | 8:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 18h10 | 2:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h25 | 9:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 14h35 | 12:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
4733 · 94766 | 11:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 17h35 | 5:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
| Friday, 19 June | |||||
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 11h30 | 2:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
(Prague -> Lyon) | 4:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 10h05 | 2:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 15h25 | 8:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
30489 · 1720 | 8:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 17h45 | 2:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 12h40 | 9:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Munich to Lyon.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Munich to Lyon.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Lyon
Buses from Munich to Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 26S$ if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 575 km distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 575 km |
Average bus duration 10h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price 26S$ |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Munich to LyonYou can travel by bus between Munich to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as 26S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Munich to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
- 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
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