Bus Tickets from Rotterdam to Lyon

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TodayJul 28
from US$59
TomorrowJul 29
from US$52
WedJul 30
ThuJul 31
FriAug 1
SatAug 2
SunAug 3
from US$78
MonAug 4

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Perrache
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Aéroport LYS
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Rotterdam to Lyon

Bus
Average PriceUS$39 - US$247Average Duration14h 15m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average PriceUS$203 - US$275Average Duration5h 58m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$53 - US$91Average Duration9h 10m
29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Rotterdam to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
9h 10mAverage Duration
US$53Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rotterdam to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$77
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 15m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance687 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Rotterdam to Lyon Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rotterdam - Lyon

  1. What is the travel distance from Rotterdam to Lyon?

    The distance between Rotterdam and Lyon is around 688 km (427 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rotterdam to Lyon?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Busstation Rotterdam Centraal, in Rotterdam, and end it at Lyon Airport, in Lyon.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-26
US$61
07-27
US$79
Today
US$55
07-29
US$49
07-30
US$48
07-31
US$54
08-01
US$72
08-02
US$61
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Lyon was searched and found on Jul 30, 2025 with a price of US$48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Lyon, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$179 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48 which is on 2025-07-30.

Usually Flixbus (NL) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rotterdam and Lyon!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Rotterdam to Lyon.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rotterdam to Lyon will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Rotterdam to Lyon, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rotterdam to Lyon?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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