THE SHORT VERSION
Lyon to Lausanne at a glance.
- From
- Lyon
- To
- Lausanne
- Road distance
- About 214 km
- Straight line
- 163 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Lausanne to Lyon →
- Border
- France → Switzerland. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Lyon
Lyon is a major crossroads for coaches between Paris, the Alps, the Mediterranean, Switzerland and Italy. Most long-distance buses stop at the Perrache bus station.
- Lyon Perrache bus station · Gare routière de Perrache
Next to Perrache railway station. FlixBus and other long-distance services.
Arriving in Lausanne
Ask the seller where the service ends in Lausanne. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Lausanne, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Lausanne
More buses from Lyon
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lyon from Lausanne by road?+
About 214 km by road (163 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lyon to Lausanne take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Lyon?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Lyon include Lyon Perrache bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Lausanne to Lyon?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Lausanne to Lyon guide.
Where does the bus from Lyon arrive in Lausanne?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Lyon to Lausanne?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Lyon to Lausanne bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Lausanne by bus?+
Direct buses from Lausanne include Paris, Munich, Barcelona, Warsaw, Annecy. See all connections on our Lausanne bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Lyon to Lausanne?+
France and Switzerland are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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