Bus routes from Lyon to Lausanne
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Bus stations and stops in Lyon
Lyon Perrache (Galerie D)
Gare Routière de Lyon Perrache, Cours de Verdun
Galerie D
69002 Lyon
France
Galerie D
69002 Lyon
France
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1st floor - Gallery D. How to access to the platforms: https://bit.ly/4aSEZik from the metro or https://bit.ly/3XgJBf4 from the SNCF station - Attention: all departures between 00:30 and 04:45 will be operated at the Kitchener-Marchand bridge (1 Cours de Verdun Gensoul): https://bit.ly/4euuULz
Givors (South Lyon)
Lyon Perrache Saône (Eurolines)
Gare Routière de Lyon Perrache
690052 Lyon
France
690052 Lyon
France
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Access to the platforms via Gallery A, on the Saône side.
Lyon (Gerland Bus Station)
Gare Routière Internationale de Lyon Gerland
52 Avenue Tony Garnier
69007 Lyon
France
52 Avenue Tony Garnier
69007 Lyon
France
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New bus station of Lyon: opening Summer 2025
Online payment
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Distance
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161 km |
Direct connection
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Frequently asked questions
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Find the cheapest buses from Lyon to Lausanne
Looking for cheap tickets from Lyon to Lausanne? FlixBus has you covered. The distance between Lyon and Lausanne is 218 km, which takes a minimum of 3 hours 15 minutes.
FlixBus has a large network, so you can travel onwards with us once you reach Lausanne. Tickets for this connection cost $21.99 on average, but you can book a trip for as little as $12.99. The lowest price for this connection is $12.99, but prices might be higher during high season and when the bus gets full.
So how to find the best ticket prices? Be sure to book in advance on our website or via our FlixBus App. When booking through the App, your ticket will be stored directly, making bus travel even more green and convenient!
Traveling from Lyon to Lausanne
With 8 rides per day, it’s easy to fit a trip to Lausanne into your schedule.
The bus takes a minimum of 3 hours 15 minutes and you can expect 2 stops on your journey.
Traveling with FlixBus isn’t just quick, it’s cheap too. If you book in advance online or using the app, you can expect to pay as little as $12.99 for a ticket between Lyon and Lausanne , but prices might go up in high season or if buses are full, getting to an average of $21.99. That’s a great saving compared to traveling by train, car or plane!
What’s more, bus travel is a more sustainable mode of transport. We’re working towards making our entire FlixBus fleet 100% carbon neutral, and every customer can offset their carbon footprint by making a donation when they purchase their ticket.
Taking the bus from Lyon
Lyon is well-connected on the FlixBus network with 207 connections departing every day from 4 stations, making it very easy to travel across the country.
Arriving in Lausanne
With 1 bus station, Lausanne is well-connected. Traveling with FlixBus around the country is very cheap and easy, as to get to Lausanne you can pick one of the 141 routes arriving daily.
What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Lyon to Lausanne
Once you’ve booked your bus tickets through the FlixBus App using one of our secure payment methods, you just need to bring your phone to use as your ticket - and your luggage, of course. Don’t worry about packing light as you can bring one piece of carry-on luggage and one piece of hold luggage for your journey.
Want to be guaranteed the best seat in the house? You can choose yours when you book your ticket. Opt for a classic seat, a table seat, a panorama seat for a great view, or reserve the free seat beside you for extra space.
Once you’ve stowed your luggage away and settled in, sit back and enjoy the journey with the onboard services on your FlixBus bus including free Wi-Fi onboard, FLIXtainment - our entertainment portal, toilets and plug socket.Whether you need to fire off some emails during your trip, or you want to relax and enjoy the ride, we’ve got you covered.
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