How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Cologne start from R$254. The average price for this route is around R$378. 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 Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Cologne is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 371 miles (598 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Cologne at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Lyon to Cologne generates an estimated 14.94635 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Lyon to Cologne?

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 11808 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Lyon to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 Lyon to Cologne from R$260 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Cologne on May 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	15h 20m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:30am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	15h 20m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	16h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	17h 15m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Aéroport LYS	17h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Cologne on May 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	16h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
Bus	1:30am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	15h 20m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
Bus	9:10pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	17h 15m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Aéroport LYS	17h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Cologne on May 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	15h 20m	4:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:30am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	15h 20m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	16h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	17h 15m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Aéroport LYS	17h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Cologne on May 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15pm	Gare routière de Gerland	9h 55m	8:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:30am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	15h 20m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	2:25am	Gare routière de Gerland	13h 5m	3:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	16h 25m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Aéroport LYS	14h 15m	8:10am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:27 PM CEST.

Get from Lyon to Cologne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R$254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

16h 20mAverage Duration

371 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Cologne?

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

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,684 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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

3.7/511,814 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Cologne 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 Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Cologne start from R$254. The average price for this route is around R$378. 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 Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Cologne is 16h 20m, covering a distance of 371 miles (598 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Cologne at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Cologne?
A bus trip from Lyon to Cologne generates an estimated 14.94635 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Cologne?
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 11808 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lyon to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler 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

05/19

R$796

05/20

R$764

Today

R$386

05/22

R$397

05/23

R$416

05/24

R$343

05/25

R$460

05/26

R$643

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Cologne was searched and found on May 24, 2026 with a price of R$343

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

You can expect to pay from R$343 to R$889 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$343 which is on 2026-05-24.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.