How to travel from Belfort to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Belfort to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Belfort 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a flight costs an average of $751.

Distance: 161 miles (260 km)

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Driving

$751

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$76

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$36

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$102

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5h 6m

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3h 6m

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3h 53m

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5h 23m

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3h 29m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Belfort to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $36 (€30).

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

A bus is $39 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Belfort to Lyon costing on average $76 (€63).

A bus is $714 (€598) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfort to Lyon costing on average $751 (€628).

The fastest way to travel from Belfort to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 3h 53m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 6m.

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Belfort and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Belfort to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (3h 23m by train vs 3h 29m by car) and roughly $27 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($76 (€63) vs $102 (€86)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Belfort to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBus
    8:25 PM3h55
    Belfort
    12:20 AMLyon
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    8:25 PM3h55
    Belfort
    12:20 AMLyon
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    8:25 PM3h55
    Belfort
    12:20 AMLyon
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    7:25 PM3h55
    Belfort
    11:20 PMLyon
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    1:50 AM4h25
    Belfort
    6:15 AMLyon
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:50 PM10h45
    Belfort
    9:35 AMLyon
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Belfort 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 Belfort to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Belfort and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Belfort to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $36 (€30).

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

A bus is $39 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Belfort to Lyon costing on average $76 (€63).

A bus is $714 (€598) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfort to Lyon costing on average $751 (€628).

The fastest way to travel from Belfort to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 3h 53m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 6m.

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

The distance from Belfort to Lyon is approximately 161 miles (260 km).
The average frequency per day from Belfort to Lyon is:
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Belfort 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 Belfort to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Belfort and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Belfort, Faubourg de Montbéliard, Hotel KYRIAD and arrive in Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Belfort to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Air France, KLM to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Belfort to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Omio customers who travel from Belfort 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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