How much is the bus ticket from Rotterdam to Lyon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Lyon start from $54. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Rotterdam to Lyon?

The average bus travel time from Rotterdam to Lyon is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 687 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Lyon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rotterdam to Lyon?

The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Lyon at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Lyon?

A bus trip from Rotterdam to Lyon generates an estimated 17 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 Rotterdam to Lyon?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rotterdam to Lyon?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rotterdam to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rotterdam to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rotterdam to Lyon from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rotterdam to Lyon on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:25pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Rotterdam to Lyon on December 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	12h 20m	10:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:46am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 14m	2:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 20m	12:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h	4:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Lyon on December 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	12h 20m	10:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:46am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 49m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 20m	12:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h	4:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Lyon on December 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:46am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 49m	2:35pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:25am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Lyon on January 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h	4:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	12h 20m	10:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:25am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 20m	12:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Lyon on January 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	12h 20m	10:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:46am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 14m	2:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:05pm	Rotterdam CS	14h 5m	12:10pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 20m	12:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Lyon on January 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:40pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	12h 20m	10:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:46am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	13h 14m	2:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h 15m	1:40am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Rotterdam Centraal Station	14h	4:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:40 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Rotterdam to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 10mAverage Duration

687 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $272	Average Duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$265 - $574	Average Duration5h 58m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$118 - $118	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Lyon?

Stops in Rotterdam

A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands
B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum
C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands
D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands
E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands
F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
Visit page
B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
Visit page
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
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,767 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,295 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam to Lyon 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 Rotterdam to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Lyon start from $54. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Rotterdam to Lyon?
The average bus travel time from Rotterdam to Lyon is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 687 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rotterdam to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Lyon at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Lyon?
A bus trip from Rotterdam to Lyon generates an estimated 17 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 Rotterdam to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rotterdam to Lyon?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rotterdam to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rotterdam to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-25

$114

12-26

$119

Today

$136

12-28

$94

12-29

$94

12-30

$113

12-31

$73

The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Lyon was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $73

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 $73 to $228 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 $73 which is on 2025-12-31.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time14h 15m	Avg Price$100	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time5h 58m	Avg Price$390	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time8h 10m	Avg Price$118	Daily Departures1