THE SHORT VERSION
Lyon to Warsaw at a glance.
- From
- Lyon
- To
- Warsaw Warszawa
- Road distance
- About 1769 km
- Straight line
- 1378 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~17 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Warsaw to Lyon →
- Border
- France → Poland. 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 Warsaw
Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.
- Warszawa Zachodnia bus station · Dworzec PKS Warszawa Zachodnia
South side of Zachodnia railway station. - Metro Młociny
North of the city. FlixBus and other services.
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.
- Check which stop your operator uses.
KEEP GOING
From Warsaw, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Warsaw
More buses from Lyon
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lyon from Warsaw by road?+
About 1769 km by road (1378 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lyon to Warsaw take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 17 h 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 Warsaw to Lyon?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Warsaw to Lyon guide.
Where does the bus from Lyon arrive in Warsaw?+
It depends on the operator. In Warsaw, services use Warszawa Zachodnia bus station, Metro Młociny. Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Warsaw?+
Trains link Zachodnia with the centre; Młociny is on metro line M1.
What kind of bus runs from Lyon to Warsaw?+
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 Warsaw 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 Warsaw by bus?+
Direct buses from Warsaw include Krakow, Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Zagreb and more. See all connections on our Warsaw bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Lyon to Warsaw?+
France and Poland 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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Book Lyon → Warsaw on 12GoFOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 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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