How to travel from Charleroi to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Charleroi to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Charleroi to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, while a flight costs an average of $194.

Distance: 322 miles (519 km)

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$194

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$71

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$175

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4h 8m

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2h 8m

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9h 53m

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9h 23m

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5h 0m

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1.6 - 3.1kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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from Charleroi to Lyon

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

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

  • FlixBus
    4:10 PM15h35
    Charleroi
    7:45 AMLyon
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    4:10 PM15h35
    Charleroi
    7:45 AMLyon
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:55 PM12h25
    Charleroi
    4:20 AMLyon
    $851One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:15 AM14h35
    Charleroi
    10:50 PMLyon
    $811One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:35 PM14h45
    Charleroi
    10:20 AMLyon
    $1041One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    6:35 PM14h45
    Charleroi
    9:20 AMLyon
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Charleroi 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 Charleroi to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Charleroi and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Charleroi to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $71 (€57).

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

A bus is $103 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleroi to Lyon costing on average $175 (€141).

A bus is $123 (€99) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleroi to Lyon costing on average $194 (€156).

The fastest way to travel from Charleroi to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 8m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 0m.

Bus takes on average 9h 53m.

The distance from Charleroi to Lyon is approximately 322 miles (519 km).
The average frequency per day from Charleroi to Lyon is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Charleroi 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 Charleroi to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) 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 Charleroi to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCB to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Vueling to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Charleroi to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Charleroi 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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