Bus Gelsenkirchen to Lyon - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon

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

today

$66

tomorrow

$55

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	20h 30m	8:45 AM	Gelsenkirchen	Central bus station	5:15 AM	Lyon	Perrache Bus Stop	Economy	$66	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/5/2025 8:45:00 AM to Perrache Bus Stop, Lyon (France) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
FlixBus	16h 2m	5:48 PM	Gelsenkirchen	Central bus station	9:50 AM	Lyon	Perrache Bus Stop	Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/5/2025 5:48:00 PM to Perrache Bus Stop, Lyon (France) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 2m
FlixBus	20h 55m	6:25 AM	Gelsenkirchen	Central bus station	3:20 AM	Lyon	Perrache Bus Stop	Economy	$84	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/5/2025 6:25:00 AM to Perrache Bus Stop, Lyon (France) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon via Essen, you can save more than $9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  Save more than 14%
  
  11h 35m
  
  Gelsenkirchen
  
  5 mi
  
  10:15 PM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  9:50 AM
  
  Lyon
  Perrache Bus Stop
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $57
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 12/5/2025 10:15:00 PM to Perrache Bus Stop, Lyon (France) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	16h 2m	5:48 PM	Gelsenkirchen	Central bus station	9:50 AM	Lyon	Perrache Bus Stop	Economy	$55	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/6/2025 5:48:00 PM to Perrache Bus Stop, Lyon (France) arriving at 12/7/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 2m
FlixBus	20h 55m	6:25 AM	Gelsenkirchen	Central bus station	3:20 AM	Lyon	Perrache Bus Stop	Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/6/2025 6:25:00 AM to Perrache Bus Stop, Lyon (France) arriving at 12/7/2025 3:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 55m
FlixBus	20h 0m	8:45 AM	Gelsenkirchen	Central bus station	4:45 AM	Lyon	Perrache Bus Stop	Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 12/6/2025 8:45:00 AM to Perrache Bus Stop, Lyon (France) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon is $52 on 12/2/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Gelsenkirchen and Lyon

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Gelsenkirchen and Lyon.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 buses from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Gelsenkirchen and Lyon, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon in one click! Book your bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon starting from $52!

Cheapest Bus	$52
Fastest Bus	16h 2m
Earliest Bus	6:25 AM
Latest Bus	5:48 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	411.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Gelsenkirchen for Lyon: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$66

Saturday 12/06

$55

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon

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

With a price starting from $55, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $66.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon, with $55. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $56.

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

All bus stations and stops in Gelsenkirchen and Lyon

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

Central bus station

Bahnhofsvorplatz 6

Central Station

Am Bahnhof

Hassel Train Station

Rotthausen Train Station

Buer Nord Train Station

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 Gelsenkirchen to Lyon

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

FAQs about the Gelsenkirchen to Lyon bus

How much does a Gelsenkirchen Lyon bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $52 and takes 16h 2m to reach Lyon. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $52 and $84. 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 Gelsenkirchen to Lyon each day?

Every day, the Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Lyon take?

The fastest bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon is offered by FlixBus and takes 16h 2m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $73. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lyon?

The earliest bus arriving in Lyon from Gelsenkirchen starts at 6:25 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 Gelsenkirchen to Lyon?

The latest bus trip departing from Gelsenkirchen for Lyon starts at 5:48 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 Gelsenkirchen Lyon route?

When traveling by bus from Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen and Lyon?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Lyon

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