Paris to Lyon

Paris to Lyon

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Paris to Lyon Schedule

Paris to Lyon Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 7pax Any time€ 1,606
SNCF 2nd Class 05:41 - 07:56€ 47.25
SNCF 2nd Class 06:54 - 08:56€ 89.25
FlixBus Economy 08:40 - 14:30€ 35
Air France Economy #AF736411:50 - 12:55€ 131.58
SNCF 2nd Class 13:50 - 15:56€ 54.60
SNCF 1st Class 15:49 - 18:03€ 75.60
Air France Economy #AF764616:45 - 17:55€ 206.55
FlixBus Economy 19:15 - 01:10€ 99.99
Air France Economy 21:40 - 07:35€ 219.30
Alsa Standard AC 22:30 - 04:30€ 7.69

Transportation from Paris to Lyon

Facts about the transport from Paris to Lyon

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure12:30 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day47
Distance462 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir France, Alsa, Blablacar Bus, Daytrip, FlixBus

How to get from Paris to Lyon

Travelling between Paris and Lyon is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,170.11 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 10.64.

How long does it take to get from Paris to Lyon?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 8 hours to travel between Paris and Lyon depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Paris and Lyon. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 5m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 7h 39m to reach Lyon.

How much does it cost to get from Paris to Lyon?

Travelling between Paris and Lyon can be as cheap as USD 10.64 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 1,170.11 if you buy a Transferz taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Paris and Lyon ?

  • 17 from Paris to Lyon starting from 00:30 Paris Bercy Seine until 23:55 Paris Bercy Seine
  • 5 from Paris to Lyon starting from 07:35 Charles de Gaulle Airport until 21:10 Charles de Gaulle Airport
  • 25 from Paris to Lyon starting from 00:00 Paris Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Paris Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Paris to Lyon.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Paris to Lyon, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 123.59.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Paris and Lyon

Air France

Bus

Travelling from Paris to Lyon overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Paris and Lyon

Alsa, Blablacar Bus, FlixBus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Paris and Lyon

Daytrip, Transferz

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Paris to Lyon?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 93% opted for a bus
  • 7% decided to fly