Bus Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lyon: Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Zurich Airport to Lyon

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

today

$44

tomorrow

$61

Monday

$49

Tuesday

$34

Wednesday

$51

Thursday

$51

Friday

$67

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	8h 20m	8:50 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport Central Station	5:10 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/25/2026 8:50:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
FlixBus	9h 50m	3:35 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	1:25 AM	Lyon		Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/25/2026 3:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
FlixBus	14h 5m	8:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	10:30 AM	Lyon		Economy	$68	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/25/2026 8:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/26/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
FlixBus	12h 25m	8:45 AM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	9:10 PM	Lyon		Economy	$69	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/25/2026 8:45:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/25/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	BlaBlaCar Bus	8h 20m	8:50 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport Central Station	5:10 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station		Economy	$61	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/26/2026 8:50:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Zurich Airport to Lyon via Mulhouse, you can save more than $25? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  8h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:50 PM
  
  Zurich Airport
  Zurich Airport Central Station
  
  10:35 PM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 8:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  12:10 AM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  5:10 AM
  
  Lyon
  Perrache Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $28
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) at 7/28/2026 12:10:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $25

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	14h 5m	8:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	10:30 AM	Lyon	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 8:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
FlixBus	9h 50m	3:35 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	1:25 AM	Lyon	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 3:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
FlixBus	10h 55m	5:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	4:20 AM	Lyon	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 5:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
FlixBus	12h 25m	8:45 AM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	9:10 PM	Lyon	Economy	$71	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 8:45:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Zurich Airport to Lyon via Mulhouse, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  8h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:50 PM
  
  Zurich Airport
  Zurich Airport Central Station
  
  10:35 PM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 8:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  12:10 AM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  5:10 AM
  
  Lyon
  Perrache Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $28
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) at 7/28/2026 12:10:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
BlaBlaCar Bus	8h 20m	8:50 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport Central Station	5:10 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/28/2026 8:50:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
FlixBus	9h 50m	3:35 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	1:25 AM	Lyon		Economy	$52	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/28/2026 3:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
FlixBus	10h 55m	5:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	4:20 AM	Lyon		Economy	$53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/28/2026 5:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
FlixBus	14h 5m	8:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	10:30 AM	Lyon		Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/28/2026 8:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 25m	8:45 AM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	9:10 PM	Lyon	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/29/2026 8:45:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
FlixBus	14h 5m	8:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	10:30 AM	Lyon	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/29/2026 8:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
FlixBus	9h 50m	3:35 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	1:25 AM	Lyon	Economy	$53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/29/2026 3:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
FlixBus	10h 55m	5:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	4:20 AM	Lyon	Economy	$66	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/29/2026 5:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Zurich Airport to Lyon via Mulhouse, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  8h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:50 PM
  
  Zurich Airport
  Zurich Airport Central Station
  
  10:35 PM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 8:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  12:10 AM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  5:10 AM
  
  Lyon
  Perrache Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $28
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) at 7/28/2026 12:10:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 50m	3:35 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	1:25 AM	Lyon	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 3:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
FlixBus	14h 5m	8:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	10:30 AM	Lyon	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 8:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
FlixBus	12h 25m	8:45 AM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	9:10 PM	Lyon	Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 8:45:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
FlixBus	10h 55m	5:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	4:20 AM	Lyon	Economy	$86	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/30/2026 5:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Zurich Airport to Lyon via Mulhouse, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  8h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:50 PM
  
  Zurich Airport
  Zurich Airport Central Station
  
  10:35 PM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 8:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  12:10 AM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  5:10 AM
  
  Lyon
  Perrache Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $28
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) at 7/28/2026 12:10:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	14h 5m	8:25 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	10:30 AM	Lyon		Economy	$67	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 8:25:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 8/1/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
BlaBlaCar Bus	8h 20m	8:50 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport Central Station	5:10 AM	Lyon	Perrache Train Station	Economy	$67	A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 8:50:00 PM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
FlixBus	9h 50m	3:35 PM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	1:25 AM	Lyon		Economy	$71	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 3:35:00 PM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
FlixBus	12h 25m	8:45 AM	Zurich Airport	Zurich Airport	9:10 PM	Lyon		Economy	$77	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/31/2026 8:45:00 AM to , Lyon (France) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Zurich Airport to Lyon via Mulhouse, you can save more than $31? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  8h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:50 PM
  
  Zurich Airport
  Zurich Airport Central Station
  
  10:35 PM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Zurich Airport Central Station, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 7/27/2026 8:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  5h 0m
  
  0
  
  12:10 AM
  
  Mulhouse
  Bus Station
  
  5:10 AM
  
  Lyon
  Perrache Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $28
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Bus Station, Mulhouse (France) at 7/28/2026 12:10:00 AM to Perrache Train Station, Lyon (France) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $31

Frequency of bus connections between Zurich Airport and Lyon

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

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Zurich Airport to Lyon. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Zurich Airport and Lyon.

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

Facts about the bus from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lyon

Compare all providers like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Zurich Airport to Lyon in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zurich Airport to Lyon starting from $34!

Cheapest Bus	$34
Fastest Bus	8h 20m
Earliest Bus	8:45 AM
Latest Bus	8:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	212.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Cheapest bus connections from Zurich Airport to Lyon

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Zurich 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

$62

Sunday 07/26

$61

Monday 07/27

$57

Tuesday 07/28

$53

Wednesday 07/29

$51

Thursday 07/30

$57

Friday 07/31

$67

Saturday 08/01

$66

Sunday 08/02

$68

Monday 08/03

$60

Tuesday 08/04

$44

Wednesday 08/05

$53

Thursday 08/06

$55

Friday 08/07

$78

Saturday 08/08

$66

Sunday 08/09

$68

Monday 08/10

$48

Tuesday 08/11

$53

Wednesday 08/12

$53

Thursday 08/13

$64

Friday 08/14

$68

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Zurich Airport to Lyon

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

With a price starting from $34, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Zurich Airport to Lyon. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $67.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zurich Airport to Lyon, with $34. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $51.

How to save money travelling from Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich Airport to Lyon are also emptier.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zurich Airport to Lyon

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

FAQs about the Zurich Airport to Lyon bus

How much does a Zurich Airport Lyon bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $34 and takes 8h 20m to reach Lyon. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $34 and $92. 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 Zurich Airport to Lyon each day?

Every day, the Zurich Airport to Lyon bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Zurich Airport to Lyon take?

The fastest shuttle from Zurich Airport to Lyon is offered by BlaBlaCar Bus and takes 8h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $44. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Zurich Airport to Lyon?

The earliest bus arriving in Lyon from Zurich Airport starts at 8:45 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 Zurich Airport to Lyon?

The latest bus trip departing from Zurich Airport for Lyon starts at 8:50 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 Zurich Airport Lyon route?

When traveling by shuttle from Zurich 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 Zurich Airport and Lyon?

You can check all the direct connections between Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich Airport to Lyon on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Zurich Airport and to Lyon

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