How to travel from Interlaken to Lyon

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Compare train and flight for Interlaken to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $207 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $207, while a train costs an average of $207.

Distance: 158 miles (255 km)

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Driving

$207

Average price

Cheapest

$152

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 55m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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The cheapest way to travel from Interlaken to Lyon is a train with an average price of $42.

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

A train is $680 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Interlaken to Lyon costing on average $722.

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 13m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Interlaken and Lyon including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Interlaken to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 42m sooner (3h 13m by flight vs 3h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $722 compared to roughly $152 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Interlaken to Lyon

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

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flight

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

  • Air FranceAF1193 · AF7368
    10:35 AM7h15
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    5:50 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3581One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Air FranceAF1193 · AF7368
    10:35 AM7h15
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    5:50 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3581One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1393 · AF7368
    2:25 PM3h25
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    5:50 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $4291One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Air FranceAF1193 · AF7370
    10:35 AM11h25
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    10:00 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3581One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMAF3194 · AF3149
    6:30 PM4h20
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    10:50 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $3711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1393 · AF7370
    2:25 PM7h35
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    10:00 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $4291One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Interlaken 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 Interlaken to Lyon.

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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 $207.

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

A train is $515 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Interlaken to Lyon costing on average $722.

The fastest way to travel from Interlaken to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 13m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 47m.

The distance from Interlaken to Lyon is approximately 158 miles (255 km).
The average frequency per day from Interlaken to Lyon is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains 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 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.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Lyon by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Interlaken to Lyon:
  • 0 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.

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