The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
13 h 20 m
Average duration
13 h 50 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Amsterdam will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 25 buses that leave Lyon for Amsterdam on Thu, Apr 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct buses cover the 737 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 20 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest buses will take 14 h 20 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.
94766 · 16035:20 PM13h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:40 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$971One-way1 transfer
831348:30 AM15h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:30 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$1051One-way0 transfers
50106 · 156312:30 AM13h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)2:15 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$1091One-way1 transfer
FlixBus6:55 PM13h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:45 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$1121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus3:45 PM16h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:35 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$1241One-way1 transfer
94766 · 16035:20 PM13h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:40 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$971One-way1 transfer
50106 · 156312:30 AM13h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)2:15 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$1091One-way1 transfer
FlixBus6:55 PM13h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:45 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$1121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:50 AM13h55Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)2:45 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$1881One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus8:35 AM14h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)10:55 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)$1301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $148.
Distance: 457 miles (737 km)
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$59 Average price Cheapest | $231 Average price | $221 Average price |
13h 49m Average total duration 13h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Lyon to Amsterdam Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:59PM | Duration 13h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $203 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 14h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $92 |
Live departures
Lyon to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Amsterdam buses for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h50 | 5:05 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h15 | 5:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h55 | 6:35 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h35 | 3:00 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h40 | 12:05 PM Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h25 | 2:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h05 | 12:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
50106 · 1563 | 10:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 13h45 | 12:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 13h55 | 12:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h40 | 5:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h50 | 6:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
94782 · 1661 | 12:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h35 | 5:05 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
83134 | 6:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h00 | 9:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h30 | 11:05 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 14h20 | 8:55 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h20 | 11:55 PM Amsterdam, Centraal Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h50 | 3:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam
Buses from Lyon to Amsterdam run on average 24 times per day, taking around 13h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 457 miles (737 km) distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 457 miles (737 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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 $37 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Rijksmuseum, a renowned museum housing Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages to the present
- Anne Frank House, a historic house and biographical museum dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank
- Van Gogh Museum, the largest collection of Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings in the world
- Vondelpark, a popular urban park offering open-air theatre, playgrounds, and cafes
- Dam Square, a central public square featuring the Royal Palace and the National Monument.
- Canal Cruise, a scenic boat tour offering views of Amsterdam's iconic canals and architecture
- Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets, independent art galleries, and cozy cafes
- Explore the bustling Albert Cuyp Market, offering a variety of goods from fresh produce to Dutch delicacies
- Experience the Heineken Experience, an interactive tour through the history of one of the world's most famous breweries
- Discover the NEMO Science Museum, a hands-on science center perfect for families and curious minds.
- 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
Popular bus stations from Lyon to 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
- 06:30-23:00
- 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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