Which bus from Basel to Lyon is the cheapest?

Compare all coach companies and find the best price: Bus tickets from £17
Search your destination Millions of deals worldwide
Compare results Save up to 70%
Find the right bus for you Easy and transparent

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
£21
tomorrow
£22
Wednesday
£21
Thursday
£30
Friday
£29
Saturday
£20
Sunday
£25

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 03:55 Basel Central Station 10:30 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £21
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:45 Basel Central Station 20:50 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £21
FlixBus 9h 25m 22:50 Basel Central Station 08:15 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £31
BlaBlaCar Bus 14h 35m 04:15 Basel Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station 18:50 Lyon Perrache Train Station  Economy £45
BlaBlaCar Bus 15h 40m 22:00 Basel Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station 13:40 Lyon Perrache Train Station  Economy £62

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 03:55 Basel Central Station 10:30 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £22
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:45 Basel Central Station 20:50 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £24
FlixBus 9h 25m 22:50 Basel Central Station 08:15 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:45 Basel Central Station 20:50 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £21
FlixBus 9h 30m 05:15 Basel Central Station 14:45 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £28
FlixBus 7h 45m 17:40 Basel Central Station 01:25 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £29
FlixBus 9h 25m 22:50 Basel Central Station 08:15 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:45 Basel Central Station 20:50 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £30
FlixBus 9h 35m 03:05 Basel Central Station 12:40 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £33
FlixBus 9h 30m 05:15 Basel Central Station 14:45 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £33
FlixBus 7h 45m 17:40 Basel Central Station 01:25 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £33
FlixBus 9h 55m 18:40 Basel Central Station 04:35 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £48
  • Did you know that if you travel from Basel to Lyon via Mulhouse, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 40m
      0
      17:40
      Basel
      Central Station
      18:30
      Mulhouse
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 2h 10m
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      20:40
      Mulhouse
      Coach Station
      01:20
      Lyon
      Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £23
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
BlaBlaCar Bus 7h 10m 22:00 Basel Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station 05:10 Lyon Perrache Train Station  Economy £29
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:45 Basel Central Station 20:50 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £34
FlixBus 7h 45m 17:40 Basel Central Station 01:25 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £35
FlixBus 9h 25m 22:50 Basel Central Station 08:15 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Basel to Lyon via Mulhouse, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      7h 10m
      0
      22:00
      Basel
      Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station
      22:35
      Mulhouse
      Coach Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      £3
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      5h 0m
      0
      00:10
      Mulhouse
      Coach Station
      05:10
      Lyon
      Perrache Train Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      £20
    Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
BlaBlaCar Bus 7h 10m 22:00 Basel Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station 05:10 Lyon Perrache Train Station  Economy £20
FlixBus 6h 35m 03:55 Basel Central Station 10:30 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £25
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:45 Basel Central Station 20:50 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £25
FlixBus 9h 25m 22:50 Basel Central Station 08:15 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 03:55 Basel Central Station 10:30 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £25
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:45 Basel Central Station 20:50 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £31
FlixBus 7h 45m 17:40 Basel Central Station 01:25 Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop  Economy £34
BlaBlaCar Bus 7h 10m 22:00 Basel Solothurnerstrasse Bus Station 05:10 Lyon Perrache Train Station  Economy £34

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Basel to Lyon is £17 on 06/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Basel to Lyon. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Basel and Lyon.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 12 coaches from Basel to Lyon, while Night sees the fewest connections between Basel and Lyon, with 9 offers.

All facts for Basel to Lyon bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel daily 4 times by bus from Basel to Lyon in one click. Book your Basel to Lyon bus ticket starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus £17
Fastest Bus 6h 35m
Earliest Coach 03:55
Latest Coach 22:50
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 291.4 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Basel to Lyon?

Every day, 4 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 27/04/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/04
£21
Tuesday 28/04
£22
Wednesday 29/04
£21
Thursday 30/04
£30
Friday 01/05
£34
Saturday 02/05
£25
Sunday 03/05
£25
Monday 04/05
£22
Tuesday 05/05
£19
Wednesday 06/05
£17
Thursday 07/05
£20
Friday 08/05
£23
Saturday 09/05
£24
Sunday 10/05
£23
Monday 11/05
£23
Tuesday 12/05
£23
Wednesday 13/05
£27
Thursday 14/05
£29
Friday 15/05
£28
Saturday 16/05
£27
Sunday 17/05
£26
Monday 18/05
£23
Tuesday 19/05
£20
Wednesday 20/05
£20
Thursday 21/05
£25
Friday 22/05
£21
Saturday 23/05
£24
Sunday 24/05

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 £17, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Basel to Lyon. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £23.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Basel to Lyon, with £17. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £21.

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 £17 and takes 7h 10m. 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 £17 to £62. 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 4 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 £21. 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Basel to Lyon?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 4 daily trips between Basel and Lyon. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Basel to Lyon?

Prices and availability for 4 trips between Basel and Lyon change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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.

More bus routes to Basel and to Lyon

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Basel and to Lyon. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
Geneva to Basel coach Geneva to Basel coach
Bus Ploiesti to Basel Bus Ploiesti to Basel
Bus from Strasbourg to Basel Bus from Strasbourg to Basel
Coach to Basel from Manchester Coach to Basel from Manchester
Taizé to Lyon coach Taizé to Lyon coach
Coach from Turin to Lyon Coach from Turin to Lyon
Bus from Marseille to Lyon Bus from Marseille to Lyon
La Rochelle to Lyon coach La Rochelle to Lyon coach
Popular Airport Transfers to Basel and to Lyon
CheckMyBus › Coaches in Switzerland › Coach to Basel › Coach to Lyon

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To

show

you

the

best

bus

deals,

we

and

our

partners

use

technical,

analytical,

and

marketing

cookies

for

ads

personalisation.

We

remember

your

anonymized

details

to

provide

a

personalized

experience.