How to travel from Aachen to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Aachen to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF63, while a flight costs an average of CHF408.

Distance: 352 miles (567 km)

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CHF63

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CHF73

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CHF408

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CHF146

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 53m

Average total duration

5h 23m

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30m

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13h 50m

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13h 20m

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30m

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4h 37m

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2h 37m

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2h 0m

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7h 7m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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1.7 - 3.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Lyon is a train with an average price of CHF63.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Lyon:

A train is CHF10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Aachen to Lyon costing on average CHF73.

A train is CHF345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Lyon costing on average CHF408.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 53m.

Bus takes on average 13h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Aachen and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Aachen to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 30m sooner (2h 37m by flight vs 7h 7m by car). Tickets start at around CHF408 compared to roughly CHF146 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Aachen to Lyon

How to get from Aachen to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Aachen to Lyon is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:00 AM14h25
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    3:25 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    CHF391One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:00 AM14h25
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    3:25 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    CHF391One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH79+Air DolomitiLH5672
    6:10 AM3h30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:40 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    CHF1891One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Eurostar9426+SNCF | TGV INOUI6617
    9:19 AM6h37
    Aachen Hbf
    3:56 PMLyon Part Dieu
    CHF1201One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9474+SNCF | TGV INOUI6633
    5:23 PM6h12
    Aachen Hbf
    11:35 PMGare de Lyon-Perrache
    CHF1251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9462+SNCF | TGV INOUI6633
    3:23 PM8h12
    Aachen Hbf
    11:35 PMGare de Lyon-Perrache
    CHF1251One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:15 PM11h30
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    9:45 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    CHF391One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:35 PM15h15
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    4:50 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    CHF411One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:35 AM15h25
    Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße
    2:00 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    CHF431One-way
    2 transfers
  • VuelingVY1899 · VY1220
    8:40 PM12h55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:35 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    CHF1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1973+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4198
    8:30 AM3h50
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    12:20 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    CHF1561One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1973 · LH101 · LH1078
    8:30 AM9h40
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    6:10 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    CHF1711One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Aachen to Lyon

Travel to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aachen to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Aachen and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Lyon is a train with an average price of CHF63.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Lyon:

A train is CHF10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Aachen to Lyon costing on average CHF73.

A train is CHF345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Lyon costing on average CHF408.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 53m.

Bus takes on average 13h 50m.

The distance from Aachen to Lyon is approximately 352 miles (567 km).
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Lyon is:
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Lyon as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aachen to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aachen to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Aachen to Lyon:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Avion Express Malta.
Omio customers who travel from Aachen to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lyon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.
For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.

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