How to travel from Kassel to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Kassel to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a train costs an average of $94.

Distance: 439 miles (707 km)

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$181

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$82

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8h 34m

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The cheapest way to travel from Kassel to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $82.

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

A bus is $99 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Lyon costing on average $181.

A bus is $216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kassel to Lyon costing on average $298.

The fastest way to travel from Kassel to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 47m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 4m.

Bus takes on average 13h 10m.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Kassel 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 Kassel to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Kassel and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kassel to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $82.

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

A bus is $99 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Lyon costing on average $181.

A bus is $216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kassel to Lyon costing on average $298.

The fastest way to travel from Kassel to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 47m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 4m.

Bus takes on average 13h 10m.

The distance from Kassel to Lyon is approximately 439 miles (707 km).
The average frequency per day from Kassel to Lyon is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kassel 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 Kassel to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kassel, Kaufungen Papierfabrik and arrive in Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kassel to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Kassel to Lyon:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Kassel 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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