How to travel from Belfort to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Belfort to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Belfort to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $57.

Distance: 161 miles (260 km)

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$58

Average price

$29

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Cheapest

$106

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4h 6m

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Fastest

3h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 55m

Average total duration

4h 25m

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30m

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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 $29 (€24).

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

A bus is $29 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Belfort to Lyon costing on average $58 (€47).

A bus is $221 (€179) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfort to Lyon costing on average $251 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Belfort to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 25m.

Flight takes on average 8h 58m.

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.

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from Belfort to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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
    6:35 AM4h55
    Belfort
    11:30 AMLyon
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    6:35 AM4h55
    Belfort
    11:30 AMLyon
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    7:25 PM3h55
    Belfort
    11:20 PMLyon
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    6:20 AM4h30
    Belfort
    10:50 AMLyon
    $261One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    8:25 PM3h55
    Belfort
    12:20 AMLyon
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    9:35 AM5h25
    Belfort
    3:00 PMLyon
    $351One-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 $29 (€24).

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

A bus is $29 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Belfort to Lyon costing on average $58 (€47).

A bus is $221 (€179) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfort to Lyon costing on average $251 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Belfort to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 25m.

Flight takes on average 8h 58m.

The distance from Belfort to Lyon is approximately 161 miles (260 km).
The average frequency per day from Belfort to Lyon is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 7 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, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Belfort to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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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