How to travel from Dunkirk to Lyon

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Dunkirk to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dunkirk to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr577 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr577, while a flight costs an average of kr3977.

Distance: 382 miles (615 km)

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Driving

kr3977

Average price

kr577

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Cheapest

kr1079

Average price

kr1508

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 53m

Average total duration

2h 53m

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2h 0m

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10h 31m

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10h 1m

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30m

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4h 19m

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Fastest

3h 49m

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30m

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7h 35m

Average total duration

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1.8 - 3.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Dunkirk to Lyon is a bus with an average price of kr577.

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

A bus is kr502 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dunkirk to Lyon costing on average kr1079.

A bus is kr3400 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dunkirk to Lyon costing on average kr3977.

The fastest way to travel from Dunkirk to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 53m.

Bus takes on average 10h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dunkirk and Lyon including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Dunkirk 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 kr577 compared to roughly kr1508 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr930. The journey takes 10h 1m versus 7h 35m 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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from Dunkirk to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51802 · 50107
    11:50 AM12h30
    Dunkerque, Gare routière
    12:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    kr2111One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51802 · 50107
    11:50 AM12h30
    Dunkerque, Gare routière
    12:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    kr2111One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9830+TER844508
    1:13 PM3h46
    Dunkerque
    4:59 PMLyon Part Dieu
    kr10621One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12526+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K70 (844932)
    9:15 AM4h45
    Dunkerque
    2:00 PMLyon Part Dieu
    kr5891One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9836+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K70 (844940)
    3:13 PM4h49
    Dunkerque
    8:02 PMLyon Part Dieu
    kr6761One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI7046 · 6687+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K70 (844938)
    1:17 PM5h39
    Dunkerque
    6:56 PMLyon Part Dieu
    kr7561One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:15 PM11h35
    Dunkerque, Gare routière
    11:50 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    kr2621One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF3147+KLM CityhopperAF3204
    6:00 AM6h25
    Norwich International Airport
    1:25 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    kr16301One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMAF3148+KLM CityhopperAF3204
    6:00 AM10h35
    Norwich International Airport
    5:35 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    kr16301One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMAF3149+KLM CityhopperAF3204
    6:00 AM15h50
    Norwich International Airport
    10:50 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    kr16301One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dunkirk and Lyon including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dunkirk to Lyon is a bus with an average price of kr577.

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

A bus is kr502 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dunkirk to Lyon costing on average kr1079.

A bus is kr3400 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dunkirk to Lyon costing on average kr3977.

The fastest way to travel from Dunkirk to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 53m.

Bus takes on average 10h 31m.

The distance from Dunkirk to Lyon is approximately 382 miles (615 km).
The average frequency per day from Dunkirk to Lyon is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dunkirk and Lyon as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dunkirk to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Norwich International Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dunkerque and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dunkerque, Gare routière 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 Dunkirk 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 SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Dunkirk 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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