Find coaches from Lyon to Basel

Next departures

Next departures from Lyon to Basel on 5 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)CheapestFastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - AirportNo tags
BlaBlaCar Bus
Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Basel-Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Basel

Bus
Average priceUS$26 - US$167Average duration13h 45m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$107 - US$159Average duration3h 48m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$28 - US$62Average duration3h 50m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Lyon to Basel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lyon to Basel: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$69
Average bus trip duration13h 45m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure03:15
Distance181 miles
Latest bus departure23:00

Lyon to Basel Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Lyon to Basel.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Lyon to Basel.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Basel from Lyon, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Lyon - Basel

  1. What's the distance between Lyon and Basel by coach?

    The distance between Lyon and Basel by coach is approximately 180 miles (290 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Lyon to Basel without a car?

    You can travel to Basel from Lyon by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01/09
US$72
02/09
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Today
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04/09
US$40
05/09
US$51
06/09
US$52
07/09
US$63
08/09
US$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lyon to Basel was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Basel as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$162 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-09-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Lyon to Basel but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lyon to Basel.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Lyon to Basel.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lyon to Basel, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Lyon by bus?

Bus from Basel to Lyon

You can also go to Basel by train

Train from Lyon to Basel

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