The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Lyon
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
20 h 45 m
Average duration
22 h 16 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
1100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Lyon will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 15 buses that leave Budapest for Lyon on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct buses cover the 1100 km distance in an average of 22 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 45 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest buses will take 23 h 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, and a train costs an average of €309.
Distance: 683 miles (1100 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€106 Average price Cheapest | €232 Average price | €317 Average price |
23h 9m Average total duration 22h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 17m Average total duration 16h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Budapest to Lyon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 26h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 28h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 31h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $317 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 31h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $222 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Live departures
Budapest to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Lyon buses for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 30h00 | 11:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 22h30 | 4:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 25h20 | 8:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 22h45 | 8:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 22h20 | 8:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 25h30 | 11:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 25h10 | 11:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 29h10 | 8:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 24h05 | 3:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 20h45 | 3:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 24h45 | 10:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 28h30 | 2:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 26h50 | 3:35 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Lyon
Distance 683 miles (1100 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Budapest to Lyon start from as low as $75 (€61) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $130 (€106) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Budapest to LyonYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $75 (€61). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Lyon by bus. 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 bus, 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 bus most frequently from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, which is located around 5.2 miles (8.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, a stunning 19th-century basilica offering panoramic views of the city
- Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Renaissance architecture and narrow cobblestone streets
- Parc de la Tête d'Or, a large urban park featuring a zoo, botanical garden, and lake
- Musée des Confluences, a modern science and anthropology museum with innovative exhibits
- Place Bellecour, one of Europe's largest open squares, ideal for shopping and dining.
- Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, a renowned indoor market offering gourmet food and local specialties
- Take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône for a unique view of the city
- Explore the traboules, secret passageways in Vieux Lyon
- Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon, known for its diverse program
- Visit the Institut Lumière, dedicated to the history of cinema.
- 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
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Budapest to Lyon, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Lyon
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
- 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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