Bus Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) to Lyon: Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon from various bus operators like FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$80

Monday

$55

Tuesday

$53

Wednesday

$74

Thursday

$57

Friday

$92

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	11:00 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	2:40 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 11:00:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
BlaBlaCar Bus	17h 40m	3:35 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:15 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 3:35:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 40m
BlaBlaCar Bus	16h 10m	11:55 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	4:05 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$97	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 11:55:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
FlixBus	9h 45m	12:00 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:45 AM	Lyon		Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 12:00:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/26/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
FlixBus	13h 40m	6:35 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:15 AM	Lyon		Economy	$118	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/26/2026 6:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	17h 25m	11:00 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	4:25 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$55	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 11:00:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 25m
BlaBlaCar Bus	16h 10m	11:55 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	4:05 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 11:55:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
FlixBus	13h 40m	6:35 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:15 AM	Lyon		Economy	$75	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 6:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
FlixBus	13h 15m	3:50 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	5:05 AM	Lyon		Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 3:50:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
BlaBlaCar Bus	17h 40m	3:35 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:15 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$84	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/27/2026 3:35:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	16h 35m	11:55 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	4:30 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$53	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 11:55:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 35m
BlaBlaCar Bus	19h 50m	11:00 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	6:50 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$53	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
FlixBus	13h 40m	6:35 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:15 AM	Lyon		Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
FlixBus	9h 45m	12:00 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:45 AM	Lyon		Economy	$66	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 12:00:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
FlixBus	13h 15m	3:50 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	5:05 AM	Lyon		Economy	$122	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/28/2026 3:50:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	13h 40m	6:35 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:15 AM	Lyon		Economy	$74	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 6:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	11:00 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	2:40 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$74	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 11:00:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
FlixBus	9h 45m	12:00 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:45 AM	Lyon		Economy	$84	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 12:00:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
FlixBus	13h 15m	3:50 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	5:05 AM	Lyon		Economy	$85	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 3:50:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
BlaBlaCar Bus	16h 10m	11:55 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	4:05 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/29/2026 11:55:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 45m	12:00 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:45 AM	Lyon		Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/30/2026 12:00:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	11:00 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	2:40 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/30/2026 11:00:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
BlaBlaCar Bus	17h 40m	3:35 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:15 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$84	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/30/2026 3:35:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 40m
FlixBus	13h 15m	3:50 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	5:05 AM	Lyon		Economy	$96	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/30/2026 3:50:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
BlaBlaCar Bus	16h 10m	11:55 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	4:05 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$102	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/30/2026 11:55:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 45m	12:00 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	9:45 AM	Lyon		Economy	$92	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/31/2026 12:00:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
BlaBlaCar Bus	15h 40m	11:00 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	2:40 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$102	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/31/2026 11:00:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 8/1/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
BlaBlaCar Bus	16h 10m	11:55 AM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	4:05 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$108	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/31/2026 11:55:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 8/1/2026 4:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 10m
FlixBus	13h 40m	6:35 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	8:15 AM	Lyon		Economy	$126	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/31/2026 6:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 8/1/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
FlixBus	13h 15m	3:50 PM	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station	5:05 AM	Lyon		Economy	$147	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station, Cologne/Bonn Airport (Germany) at 7/31/2026 3:50:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $147 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m

Frequency of bus connections between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Lyon

See here how frequent the connections between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Lyon are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Lyon.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Lyon, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) to Lyon

Compare all providers like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon starting from $49!

Cheapest Bus	$49
Fastest Bus	9h 45m
Earliest Bus	12:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	368.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Cheapest bus connections from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cologne/Bonn Airport for Lyon: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$77

Sunday 07/26

$80

Monday 07/27

$55

Tuesday 07/28

$61

Wednesday 07/29

$74

Thursday 07/30

$92

Friday 07/31

$92

Saturday 08/01

$55

Sunday 08/02

$85

Monday 08/03

$61

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

$49

Thursday 08/06

$67

Friday 08/07

$74

Saturday 08/08

$92

Sunday 08/09

$66

Monday 08/10

$59

Tuesday 08/11

$63

Wednesday 08/12

$63

Thursday 08/13

$66

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $49, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $74.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon, with $49. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $82.

How to save money travelling from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cologne/Bonn Airport 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 bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport 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 buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cologne/Bonn Airport and Lyon

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cologne/Bonn Airport and Lyon.

Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station

Kennedystr

Perrache Bus Stop

Cours de Verdun 14

Saint Paul Train Station

Pont Kitchener R.G. Bus Stop

Cours de Verdun

Maison Carrée Bus Stop

Les Charrières 69570

Girondins - Yves Farge Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon? Or which bus companies serve the route Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon bus

How much does a Cologne/Bonn Airport Lyon bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $49 and takes 19h 50m to reach Lyon. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $49 and $150. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lyon.

On average, how many connections are available from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon each day?

Every day, the Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon take?

The fastest shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon is offered by FlixBus and takes 9h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $110. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon?

The earliest bus arriving in Lyon from Cologne/Bonn Airport starts at 12:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon?

The latest bus trip departing from Cologne/Bonn Airport for Lyon starts at 11:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cologne/Bonn Airport Lyon route?

When traveling by shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon, passengers can travel with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne/Bonn Airport and Lyon?

You can check all the direct connections between Cologne/Bonn Airport 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 Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon bus route?

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 Cologne/Bonn Airport Lyon bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cologne/Bonn Airport 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 traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cologne/Bonn Airport to Lyon

Economy

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

More bus routes to Cologne/Bonn Airport and to Lyon

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cologne/Bonn Airport and to Lyon. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!