What is the travel distance from Mannheim to Lyon?

The distance between the two cities is 309 miles (498 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mannheim to Lyon?

The majority of buses traveling from Mannheim to Lyon start their journey at ZOB and wind up at Perrache. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Old Town, Walk along the Rhône, Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation, Musée des Beaux Arts and Institut Lumière.

Bus Mannheim to Lyon from $34 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TomorrowJun 19

from $70

FriJun 20

from $70

SatJun 21

from $51

SunJun 22

from $54

MonJun 23

from $84

TueJun 24

WedJun 25

ThuJun 26

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 19 at 8:05pm
Departure city: Mannheim
Departure location: ZOB
Arrival time: June 20 at 5:05am
Destination city: Lyon
Destination location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $118	Average Duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$54 - $90	Average Duration9h 57m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$41 - $51	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Mannheim to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest ticket

21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mannheim to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$57

Average bus trip duration13h 25m

Number of daily buses2.2033898305084754

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance308 miles (496 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,115 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,364 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Infobus, MarinoBus, RegioJet, Ecolines

Mannheim to Lyon Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Mannheim to Lyon.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Mannheim to Lyon, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Mannheim and Lyon?

Stops in Mannheim

A - ZOB

B - Mannheim Hauptbahnhof

C - Uhlandstraße 7

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Les Charrières

D - Gare Routière - Lyon Part-Dieu

E - Lyon

F - Quai de Saoune

Frequently asked questions for your trip Mannheim - Lyon

What is the travel distance from Mannheim to Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mannheim to Lyon?
What are the best sights and things to do 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

06/16

$107

06/17

$51

Today

$43

06/19

$65

06/20

$65

06/21

$48

06/22

$50

06/23

$79

The cheapest trip from Mannheim to Lyon was searched and found on Jun 18, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $142 for a bus ticket from Mannheim to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-06-21.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Mannheim to Lyon.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Mannheim to Lyon that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Mannheim to Lyon while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus Mannheim to Lyon: Trip Overview

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Mannheim to Lyon Bus

Where are the popular stops in Mannheim and Lyon?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Mannheim - Lyon

What is the travel distance from Mannheim to Lyon?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mannheim to Lyon?

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Mannheim by bus?

You can also go to Lyon by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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