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Which bus from Basel to Lyon is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Basel to Lyon. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £23
tomorrow
from £25
Thursday
from £22
Friday
from £19
Saturday
from £22
Sunday
from £23
Monday
from £18

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    03:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:30
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    13:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:35
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    14h 45m
    0
    04:05
    Basel
    Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
    18:50
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £46

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    13:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:35
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    05:15
    Basel
    Central Station
    14:45
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    13:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:35
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    03:05
    Basel
    Central Station
    12:25
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    05:15
    Basel
    Central Station
    14:45
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    8h 10m
    0
    20:55
    Basel
    Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
    05:05
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    13:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:35
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    03:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:30
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    22:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    08:15
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    13:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:35
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    8h 10m
    0
    20:55
    Basel
    Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
    05:05
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    03:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:30
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    22:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    08:15
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    03:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:30
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    13:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:35
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    22:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    08:15
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    13h 0m
    0
    04:05
    Basel
    Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
    17:05
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £59
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    15h 15m
    0
    07:40
    Basel
    Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
    22:55
    Lyon
    Perrache Train Station
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    £60

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    03:55
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:30
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    13:45
    Basel
    Central Station
    20:35
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    22:50
    Basel
    Central Station
    08:15
    Lyon
    Perrache Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Basel and Lyon?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Basel to Lyon. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Basel to Lyon. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Basel and Lyon.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 10 coaches from Basel to Lyon, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Basel and Lyon, with 1 offers.

All facts for Basel to Lyon bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel daily 3 times by bus from Basel to Lyon in one click. Book your Basel to Lyon bus ticket starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 6h 35m
Earliest Coach 03:55
Latest Coach 22:50
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 291.4 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Basel to Lyon?

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Basel for Lyon. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 11/03/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 10/03
Tuesday 11/03
£23
Wednesday 12/03
£25
Thursday 13/03
£22
Friday 14/03
£22
Saturday 15/03
£22
Sunday 16/03
£23
Monday 17/03
£18
Tuesday 18/03
£18
Wednesday 19/03
£16
Thursday 20/03
£16
Friday 21/03
£19
Saturday 22/03
£18
Sunday 23/03
£19
Monday 24/03
£15
Tuesday 25/03
£15
Wednesday 26/03
£15
Thursday 27/03
£15
Friday 28/03
£16
Saturday 29/03
£15
Sunday 30/03
£37
Monday 31/03
£15
Tuesday 01/04
£15
Wednesday 02/04
£15
Thursday 03/04
£15
Friday 04/04
£16
Saturday 05/04
£16
Sunday 06/04

The cheapest time to travel from Basel to Lyon

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Basel to Lyon, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Basel to Lyon. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £25.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Basel to Lyon, with £18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £60.

How to save money travelling from Basel to Lyon

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Basel to Lyon in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Basel to Lyon, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Basel to Lyon are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Basel and Lyon

Here is a map with all coach stations in Basel and Lyon. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Basel to Lyon

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Basel to Lyon. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Basel to Lyon bus

How much does a Basel Lyon coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Basel Lyon bus trip is available from £18 and takes 6h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Basel to Lyon?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £60. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Lyon.

How many connections are available for the Basel Lyon route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Basel to Lyon is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Lyon from Basel take?

The quickest coach from Basel to Lyon is provided by FlixBus and takes 6h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £23. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Basel to Lyon?

The earliest bus to Lyon departs from Basel at 03:55. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Basel to Lyon?

The latest bus to Lyon departs from Basel at 22:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Basel Lyon route?

Passengers looking to travel from Basel to Lyon can travel with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Lyon?

You can check all the direct connections between Basel and Lyon by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Lyon from Basel?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Basel Lyon bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Basel Lyon bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Basel to Lyon on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Basel to Lyon

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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