How to travel from Interlaken to Lyon

There are 2 options to travel between Interlaken and Lyon including taking a train and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Lyon is a train with an average price of $208.

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

A train is $78 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Interlaken to Lyon costing on average $286.

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

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 17m.

Flight takes on average 7h 19m.

The distance from Interlaken to Lyon is approximately 158 miles (255 km).

The average frequency per day from Interlaken to Lyon is:

• Around 9 flights per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Interlaken to Lyon:

• Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Interlaken to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Lyon by bus.
• Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SBB, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), BLS AG to go to Lyon by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Interlaken to Lyon:

• 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Interlaken 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.