How to travel from Hamburg to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $114.

Distance: 587 miles (946 km)

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Driving

$174

Average price

$224

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$99

Average price

Cheapest

$117

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

10h 34m

Average total duration

10h 4m

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30m

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4h 44m

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Fastest

2h 44m

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2h 0m

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20h 5m

Average total duration

19h 35m

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30m

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12h 23m

Average total duration

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0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

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2.8 - 5.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 2.4kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Volotea

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $99 (€80).

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

A bus is $75 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Lyon costing on average $174 (€140).

A bus is $125 (€101) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Lyon costing on average $224 (€181).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 34m.

Bus takes on average 20h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Lyon among Omio's users.

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from Hamburg to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51112 · 5133
    8:05 AM21h15
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    5:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $911One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51112 · 5133
    8:05 AM21h15
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    5:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $911One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2059 · LH2250
    1:45 PM3h25
    Hamburg Airport
    5:10 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $5041One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1185 · ICE 577+TGVTGV 9580
    9:32 AM10h26
    Hamburg Harburg
    7:58 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $1861One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 577+TGVTGV 9580
    9:29 AM10h29
    Hamburg Hbf
    7:58 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $1861One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51112 · 50883
    8:05 AM21h20
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    5:25 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $911One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51112 · 4787
    8:05 AM21h20
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    5:25 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $931One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 PM24h35
    Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
    8:50 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $1081One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1823 · VY1220
    9:50 PM11h25
    Hamburg Airport
    9:15 AMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $2811One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1821 · VY1220
    10:20 AM12h35
    Hamburg Airport
    10:55 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3111One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1711 · AF7370
    3:10 PM6h50
    Hamburg Airport
    10:00 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3461One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $99 (€80).

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

A bus is $75 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Lyon costing on average $174 (€140).

A bus is $125 (€101) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Lyon costing on average $224 (€181).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 34m.

Bus takes on average 20h 5m.

The distance from Hamburg to Lyon is approximately 587 miles (946 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Lyon is:
  • Around 32 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof 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 Hamburg to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with Volotea, Lufthansa, Air France, Lufthansa Cityline, Sas Airways, KLM, Eurowings, Vueling, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Cityjet to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hamburg to Lyon:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg 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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