How to travel from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. 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 $35, while a flight costs an average of $535.

Distance: 165 miles (267 km)

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5h 53m

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Compare ways to travel from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon

Compare the available ways to get from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $35.

This is compared to other travel options from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon:

A bus is $109 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon costing on average $144.

A bus is $500 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon costing on average $535.

The fastest way to travel from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 53m.

Train takes on average 7h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brive-la-Gaillarde and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $35 compared to roughly $111 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $76. The journey takes 5h 23m versus 3h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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How to get from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon

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There are 3 options to travel between Brive-la-Gaillarde and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $35.

This is compared to other travel options from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon:

A bus is $109 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon costing on average $144.

A bus is $500 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon costing on average $535.

The fastest way to travel from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 53m.

Train takes on average 7h 31m.

The distance from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon is approximately 165 miles (267 km).
The average frequency per day from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brive-la-Gaillarde 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 Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brive–Souillac Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Brive-la-Gaillarde station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) 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 Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, Alsa to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lyon:
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Brive-la-Gaillarde 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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