The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rotterdam to Lyon
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$162
Fastest journey
13 h 10 m
Average duration
14 h 12 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
687 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Lyon will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $50.
Of the 12 buses that leave Rotterdam for Lyon 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 687 km distance in an average of 14 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 30 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.
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1612 · 58073
1662 · 4781
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Compare train and coach for Rotterdam to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $218.
Distance: 687 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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$61 Average Price Cheapest | $250 Average Price | $304 Average Price |
13h 14m Average total duration 12h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rotterdam to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Lyon coaches for today, Tuesday, 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4744 · 50510 | 8:10 pm Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h20 | 3:30 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 pm Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 16h45 | 1:45 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 9:05 pm Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 13h10 | 10:15 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
1612 · 58073 | 10:25 pm Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 14h15 | 12:40 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 pm Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 15h55 | 3:20 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
1608 · 94765 | 11:46 pm Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 13h49 | 1:35 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday, 31 December | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 am Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 18h20 | 12:10 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 am Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 15h30 | 10:20 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 am Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 16h15 | 1:30 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 am Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 16h00 | 1:30 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 changes | |
1662 · 4781 | 10:25 am Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 14h15 | 12:40 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 pm Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 19h00 | 10:15 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 pm Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 16h00 | 8:50 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Lyon
Buses from Rotterdam to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 687 km distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 687 km |
Average bus duration 12h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Rotterdam to LyonYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as $26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 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
