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

today
$75
tomorrow
$56
Tuesday
$48
Wednesday
$49
Thursday
$64
Friday
$89
Saturday
$66

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 50m 6:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 10:30 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $75
FlixBus 16h 5m 12:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 4:45 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $85
FlixBus 18h 45m 5:05 AM Dortmund Central Station 11:50 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $95
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dortmund to Lyon via Cologne/Bonn Airport, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 45m
      0
      5:05 AM
      Dortmund
      Central Station
      7:40 AM
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      16h 0m
      0
      7:50 AM
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      11:50 PM
      Lyon
      Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save $20

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 50m 6:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 10:30 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $56
FlixBus 16h 5m 12:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 4:45 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $67
FlixBus 18h 45m 5:05 AM Dortmund Central Station 11:50 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $78

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 45m 5:05 AM Dortmund Central Station 11:50 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $48
FlixBus 19h 0m 9:45 AM Dortmund Central Station 4:45 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $48
FlixBus 19h 10m 9:15 PM Dortmund Central Station 4:25 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $53

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 45m 5:05 AM Dortmund Central Station 11:50 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $49
FlixBus 19h 0m 9:45 AM Dortmund Central Station 4:45 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $49
FlixBus 19h 10m 9:15 PM Dortmund Central Station 4:25 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $54

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 50m 6:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 10:30 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $64
FlixBus 16h 5m 12:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 4:45 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $65
FlixBus 18h 45m 5:05 AM Dortmund Central Station 11:50 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $94
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dortmund to Lyon via Cologne/Bonn Airport, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 45m
      0
      5:05 AM
      Dortmund
      Central Station
      7:40 AM
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      16h 0m
      0
      7:50 AM
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      11:50 PM
      Lyon
      Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 5m 12:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 4:45 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $89
FlixBus 15h 50m 6:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 10:30 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $93
FlixBus 18h 45m 5:05 AM Dortmund Central Station 11:50 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $108
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dortmund to Lyon via Cologne/Bonn Airport, you can save more than $34? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 45m
      0
      5:05 AM
      Dortmund
      Central Station
      7:40 AM
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      16h 0m
      0
      7:50 AM
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      11:50 PM
      Lyon
      Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save $34

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 5m 12:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 5:45 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $66
FlixBus 15h 50m 6:40 PM Dortmund Central Station 11:30 AM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $70
FlixBus 18h 45m 5:05 AM Dortmund Central Station 11:50 PM Lyon Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Bus Stop  Economy $128
  • Did you know that if you travel from Dortmund to Lyon via Cologne/Bonn Airport, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      24h 25m
      0
      6:25 PM
      Dortmund
      Central Station
      8:20 PM
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 2h 40m
    • BlaBlaCar Bus
      19h 50m
      0
      11:00 PM
      Cologne/Bonn Airport
      Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
      6:50 PM
      Lyon
      Perrache Train Station
      0
      BlaBlaCar Bus
      Economy
      $46
    Travel time is 7h 35m longer, but you will save $13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Dortmund to Lyon is $48 on 3/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Dortmund and Lyon

See here how frequent the connections between Dortmund and Lyon are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Dortmund to Lyon. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Dortmund and Lyon.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 7 buses from Dortmund to Lyon, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Dortmund and Lyon, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Dortmund to Lyon

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Dortmund to Lyon in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dortmund to Lyon starting from $48!

Cheapest Bus $48
Fastest Bus 15h 50m
Earliest Bus 5:05 AM
Latest Bus 6:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 415.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Dortmund to Lyon

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Dortmund for Lyon: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/22
$75
Monday 03/23
$56
Tuesday 03/24
$48
Wednesday 03/25
$49
Thursday 03/26
$61
Friday 03/27
$89
Saturday 03/28
$66
Sunday 03/29
$71
Monday 03/30
$61
Tuesday 03/31
$60
Wednesday 04/01
$67
Thursday 04/02
$85
Friday 04/03
$71
Saturday 04/04
$60
Sunday 04/05
$64
Monday 04/06
$82
Tuesday 04/07
$73
Wednesday 04/08
$64
Thursday 04/09
$59
Friday 04/10
$63
Saturday 04/11
$61
Sunday 04/12
$61
Monday 04/13
$53
Tuesday 04/14
$52
Wednesday 04/15
$52
Thursday 04/16
$50
Friday 04/17
$56
Saturday 04/18

The cheapest time to travel from Dortmund to Lyon

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Dortmund to Lyon, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $48, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Dortmund to Lyon. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $61.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dortmund to Lyon, with $48. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $65.

How to save money travelling from Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Lyon are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Dortmund and Lyon

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Dortmund to Lyon

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

FAQs about the Dortmund to Lyon bus

How much does a Dortmund Lyon bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $48 and takes 18h 45m to reach Lyon. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $48 and $128. 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 Dortmund to Lyon each day?

Every day, the Dortmund to Lyon bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Dortmund to Lyon is offered by FlixBus and takes 15h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $75. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dortmund to Lyon?

The earliest bus arriving in Lyon from Dortmund starts at 5:05 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 Dortmund to Lyon?

The latest bus trip departing from Dortmund for Lyon starts at 6:40 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 Dortmund Lyon route?

When traveling by bus from Dortmund to Lyon, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Lyon?

You can check all the direct connections between Dortmund 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.

What can I take with me on the Dortmund 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 Dortmund Lyon 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 Dortmund 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 bus from Dortmund to Lyon on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Dortmund 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 3 daily trips between Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Lyon?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Lyon

Economy
Economy

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

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