How to travel from Augsburg to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Augsburg to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Augsburg to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. 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 bus costs an average of €59, while a flight costs an average of €407.

Distance: 336 miles (542 km)

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€407

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€72

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€59

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€143

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4h 47m

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2h 47m

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7h 53m

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7h 23m

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30m

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12h 35m

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12h 5m

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8h 8m

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Augsburg to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €59.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Augsburg to Lyon costing on average €72.

A bus is €347 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Augsburg to Lyon costing on average €407.

The fastest way to travel from Augsburg to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 53m.

Bus takes on average 12h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Augsburg and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Augsburg 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 5h 21m sooner (2h 47m by flight vs 8h 8m by car). Tickets start at around €407 compared to roughly €143 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 Augsburg to Lyon

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

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

  • FlixBus
    2:25 PM17h40
    Augsburg
    8:05 AMLyon
    381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:25 PM17h40
    Augsburg
    8:05 AMLyon
    381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    12:10 PM14h35
    Augsburg
    2:45 AMLyon
    421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    11:35 PM20h00
    Augsburg
    7:35 PMLyon
    481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    4:20 PM17h10
    Augsburg
    9:30 AMLyon
    511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:15 PM15h35
    Augsburg
    10:50 AMLyon
    571One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Augsburg 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 Augsburg to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Augsburg and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Augsburg to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €59.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Augsburg to Lyon costing on average €72.

A bus is €347 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Augsburg to Lyon costing on average €407.

The fastest way to travel from Augsburg to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 53m.

Bus takes on average 12h 35m.

The distance from Augsburg to Lyon is approximately 336 miles (542 km).
The average frequency per day from Augsburg to Lyon is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Augsburg 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 Augsburg to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Augsburg Hbf and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North) 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 Augsburg to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF | Intercités, Deutsche Bahn to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Augsburg to Lyon:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Augsburg 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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