How to travel from Granada to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Granada to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Granada to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr1331 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr1331, while a flight costs an average of kr3959.

Distance: 735 miles (1183 km)

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kr3959

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kr1331

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kr2750

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4h 58m

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23h 44m

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23h 14m

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14h 49m

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3.5 - 7.1kg

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1.2 - 3.0kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Lyon is a bus with an average price of kr1516.

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

A bus is kr96 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granada to Lyon costing on average kr1613.

A bus is kr408 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Granada to Lyon costing on average kr1925.

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 47m.

Bus takes on average 20h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Granada and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Granada 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 kr1516 compared to roughly kr2750 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr1234. The journey takes 20h 1m versus 14h 49m 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 Granada to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 AM26h05
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    12:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    kr11511One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 AM26h05
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    12:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    kr11511One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 AM24h50
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    10:50 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    kr11861One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 AM25h35
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    11:35 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    kr11691One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Granada 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 Granada to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Granada and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Lyon is a bus with an average price of kr1331.

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

A bus is kr2629 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Granada to Lyon costing on average kr3959.

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 23h 44m.

The distance from Granada to Lyon is approximately 735 miles (1183 km).
The average frequency per day from Granada to Lyon is:
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Granada 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 Granada to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Granada Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Granada, Estación De Autobuses 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 Granada to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vueling, Iberia, Iberia Express to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with AVE to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Granada to Lyon:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Granada 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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