How to travel from Angers to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Angers to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Angers to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, while a flight costs an average of €128.

Distance: 282 miles (454 km)

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Driving

€59

Average price

€36

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Cheapest

€128

Average price

€156

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 48m

Average total duration

6h 18m

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30m

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7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

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30m

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3h 13m

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1h 13m

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2h 0m

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5h 42m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.7kg

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Volotea

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

The cheapest way to travel from Angers to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €36.

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

A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Angers to Lyon costing on average €59.

A bus is €92 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Angers to Lyon costing on average €128.

The fastest way to travel from Angers to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 48m.

Bus takes on average 7h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Angers and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Angers to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €59 compared to roughly €156 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €97. The journey takes 6h 18m versus 5h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Angers to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus87086 · 5133
    6:20 PM11h00
    Angers, Gare Routiere
    5:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    231One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus87086 · 5133
    6:20 PM11h00
    Angers, Gare Routiere
    5:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    231One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7509 · AF7362
    6:20 AM3h10
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    9:30 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    2511One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités4404
    12:33 PM5h53
    Angers Saint-Laud
    6:26 PMLyon Part Dieu
    271One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | Intercités4406
    3:31 PM5h55
    Angers Saint-Laud
    9:26 PMLyon Part Dieu
    271One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5320
    5:44 PM3h46
    Angers Saint-Laud
    9:30 PMLyon Part Dieu
    401One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus88094 · 50107
    1:10 PM11h10
    Angers, Gare Routiere
    12:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    231One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus72404
    12:45 AM8h00
    Angers, Gare Routiere
    8:45 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    291One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:45 PM9h05
    Angers, Gare Routiere
    6:50 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7509 · AF7364
    6:20 AM4h10
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    10:30 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    2511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7507 · AF7370
    5:45 PM4h15
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    10:00 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    2511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7509 · AF9408
    6:20 AM4h55
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    11:15 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    2511One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Angers 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 Angers to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Angers and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Angers to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €36.

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

A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Angers to Lyon costing on average €59.

A bus is €92 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Angers to Lyon costing on average €128.

The fastest way to travel from Angers to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 48m.

Bus takes on average 7h 25m.

The distance from Angers to Lyon is approximately 282 miles (454 km).
The average frequency per day from Angers to Lyon is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Angers 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 Angers to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Angers Saint-Laud and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Angers, Gare Routiere 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 Angers to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet, Volotea to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Angers to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with easyJet, Volotea.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 3 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Angers 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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