Bus Lyon to Rotterdam - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Lyon to Rotterdam

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

today

$41

tomorrow

$42

Wednesday

$41

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

$43

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	13h 30m	3:30 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	5:00 AM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/7/2026 3:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/8/2026 5:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
BlaBlaCar Bus	13h 50m	8:30 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	10:20 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$63	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/7/2026 8:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/7/2026 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
BlaBlaCar Bus	13h 30m	9:10 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	10:40 AM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$63	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/7/2026 9:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/8/2026 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
BlaBlaCar Bus	13h 40m	1:20 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	3:00 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$64	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/7/2026 1:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/7/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	16h 50m	10:15 PM	Lyon	3:05 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/8/2026 10:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/9/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 50m
FlixBus	17h 55m	5:00 AM	Lyon	10:55 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/8/2026 5:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/8/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 55m
FlixBus	15h 45m	5:00 AM	Lyon	8:45 PM	Rotterdam	Zuidplein Bus Szpü	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/8/2026 5:00:00 AM to Zuidplein Bus Szpü, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/8/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m
FlixBus	19h 10m	2:20 AM	Lyon	9:30 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/8/2026 2:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/8/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
FlixBus	14h 25m	4:40 PM	Lyon	7:05 AM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$52	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/8/2026 4:40:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/9/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	14h 5m	12:55 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	3:00 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/9/2026 12:55:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/9/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
FlixBus	19h 10m	2:20 AM	Lyon		9:30 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/9/2026 2:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/9/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 10m
FlixBus	14h 20m	8:35 AM	Lyon		10:55 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/9/2026 8:35:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/9/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 20m
FlixBus	16h 50m	10:15 PM	Lyon		3:05 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/9/2026 10:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/10/2026 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 50m
BlaBlaCar Bus	13h 50m	8:30 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	10:20 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$63	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/9/2026 8:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/9/2026 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	17h 0m	12:00 PM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	5:00 AM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/13/2026 12:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/14/2026 5:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m
BlaBlaCar Bus	13h 40m	1:20 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	3:00 PM	Rotterdam	Central Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/13/2026 1:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/13/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
FlixBus	14h 15m	6:55 PM	Lyon		9:10 AM	Rotterdam	Zuidplein Bus Szpü	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/13/2026 6:55:00 PM to Zuidplein Bus Szpü, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/14/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
FlixBus	17h 0m	3:15 PM	Lyon		8:15 AM	Rotterdam	Zuidplein Bus Szpü	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/13/2026 3:15:00 PM to Zuidplein Bus Szpü, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/14/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 0m
FlixBus	15h 0m	12:10 AM	Lyon		3:10 PM	Rotterdam	Zuidplein Bus Szpü	Economy	$55	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Lyon (France) at 9/13/2026 12:10:00 AM to Zuidplein Bus Szpü, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/13/2026 3:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Lyon to Rotterdam via Brussels, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  19h 0m
  
  0
  
  12:00 PM
  
  Lyon
  Perrache Train Station
  
  11:35 PM
  
  Brussels
  Midi Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) at 9/11/2026 12:00:00 PM to Midi Bus Station, Brussels (Belgium) arriving at 9/11/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  2h 40m
  
  0
  
  4:20 AM
  
  Brussels
  North Station
  
  7:00 AM
  
  Rotterdam
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from North Station, Brussels (Belgium) at 9/12/2026 4:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Rotterdam (Netherlands) arriving at 9/12/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
Travel time is 5h 20m longer, but you will save $7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Lyon to Rotterdam is $35 on 9/21/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Lyon and Rotterdam

See here how frequent the connections between Lyon and Rotterdam are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily buses from Lyon to Rotterdam. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Lyon and Rotterdam.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 15 buses from Lyon to Rotterdam, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Lyon and Rotterdam, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Lyon to Rotterdam

Compare all providers like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel 10 times every day by bus from Lyon to Rotterdam in one click! Book your bus ticket from Lyon to Rotterdam starting from $35!

Cheapest Bus	$35
Fastest Bus	12h 40m
Earliest Bus	1:20 AM
Latest Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	10 Ø
Distance	426.5 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Cheapest bus connections from Lyon to Rotterdam

Every day, 10 buses from 2 bus companies leave Lyon for Rotterdam: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$41

Tuesday 09/08

$48

Wednesday 09/09

$38

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

Saturday 09/12

$38

Sunday 09/13

$43

Monday 09/14

$39

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$35

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

$45

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Lyon to Rotterdam

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

With a price starting from $35, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Lyon to Rotterdam. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $43.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Lyon to Rotterdam, with $35. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $44.

How to save money travelling from Lyon to Rotterdam

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 Lyon to Rotterdam 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 Lyon to Rotterdam, 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 Lyon to Rotterdam are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Lyon and Rotterdam

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Lyon and Rotterdam.

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

Central Bus Station

Conradstraat

Zuidplein Bus Szpü

Gooilandsingel 21

Feyenoord Stadium

Van Zandvlietplein 1

Port of Rotterdam

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Lyon to Rotterdam? Compare all modes of transports from Lyon to Rotterdam.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Lyon to Rotterdam

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

FAQs about the Lyon to Rotterdam bus

How much does a Lyon Rotterdam bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $35 and takes 13h 30m to reach Rotterdam. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $35 and $81. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Rotterdam.

On average, how many connections are available from Lyon to Rotterdam each day?

Every day, the Lyon to Rotterdam bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Lyon to Rotterdam take?

The fastest bus from Lyon to Rotterdam is offered by FlixBus and takes 12h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $64. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Lyon to Rotterdam?

The earliest bus arriving in Rotterdam from Lyon starts at 1:20 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 bus from Lyon to Rotterdam?

The latest bus trip departing from Lyon for Rotterdam starts at 11:35 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 Lyon Rotterdam route?

When traveling by bus from Lyon to Rotterdam, 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 Lyon and Rotterdam?

You can check all the direct connections between Lyon and Rotterdam 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 Lyon to Rotterdam 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 Lyon Rotterdam bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Lyon Rotterdam 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 bus from Lyon to Rotterdam on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Lyon and to Rotterdam

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