How to travel from Lyon to Brussels

There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Brussels is a bus with an average price of Kč980.

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

A bus is Kč1994 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Brussels costing on average Kč2975.

A bus is Kč4409 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Brussels costing on average Kč5390.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 25m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 14m.

Bus takes on average 8h 30m.

The distance from Lyon to Brussels is approximately 353 miles (569 km).

The average frequency per day from Lyon to Brussels is:

• Around 14 buses per day.
• Around 13 flights per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Brussels 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 Lyon to Brussels:

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
• Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).

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

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa to go to Brussels by bus.
• Travel with Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Vueling, Austrian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss, easyJet to go to Brussels by flight.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF, TER to go to Brussels by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Brussels with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
• 2 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Swiss, easyJet.
• 4 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV.

Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.

For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.