How to travel from Lucerne to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lucerne to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $80 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $80, while a flight costs an average of $455.

Distance: 187 miles (302 km)

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$87

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$455

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$161

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6h 0m

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5h 30m

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10h 44m

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0.9 - 1.8kg

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Compare ways to travel from Lucerne to Lyon

Compare the available ways to get from Lucerne to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $80 (€67).

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

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Lyon costing on average $87 (€73).

A bus is $376 (€314) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Lyon costing on average $455 (€381).

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

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 0m.

Bus takes on average 10h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lucerne and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lucerne to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $87 (€73) compared to roughly $161 (€135) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $75 (€63). The journey takes 5h 30m versus 4h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lucerne to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiLH9521+Eurowings Discover4Y618
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9210+TER17771
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9879+SNCF | TGV Lyria9218
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9877+SNCF | TGV Lyria9206
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1203 · AF7370
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1503 · AF7362
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1640 · KL1435
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Lucerne and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $80 (€67).

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

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Lyon costing on average $87 (€73).

A bus is $376 (€314) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Lyon costing on average $455 (€381).

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

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 0m.

Bus takes on average 10h 44m.

The distance from Lucerne to Lyon is approximately 187 miles (302 km).
The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Lyon is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Turin Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lucerne station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) 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 Lucerne to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, KLM Cityhopper, Twin Jet, Vueling, Turkish Airlines, Air Baltic, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa City Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Swiss to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SBB, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucerne to Lyon:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Twin Jet.
Omio customers who travel from Lucerne 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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