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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Zurich Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Zürich?
Stops in Lyon
- BRue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Zürich by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Zürich start from $34. The average price for this route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Zürich?
The average bus travel time from Lyon to Zürich is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 344 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Zürich at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Zürich?
A bus trip from Lyon to Zürich generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Zürich?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company KLR Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lyon to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Zürich was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Zürich, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $98 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-01-12.
