How to travel from Lyon to Calais

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Calais

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. 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 €67, and a train costs an average of €85.

Distance: 385 miles (620 km)

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€110

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€71

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The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Calais is a bus with an average price of €71.

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

A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Calais costing on average €110.

A bus is €247 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Calais costing on average €319.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Calais is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Calais take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 2m.

Flight takes on average 11h 3m.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Calais

Travel to Calais 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 Lyon to Calais.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Calais including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Calais is a bus with an average price of €71.

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

A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Calais costing on average €110.

A bus is €247 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Calais costing on average €319.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Calais is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Calais take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 2m.

Flight takes on average 11h 3m.

The distance from Lyon to Calais is approximately 385 miles (620 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Calais is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Calais 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 Calais:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Norwich International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Calais - Fréthun.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and arrive in Calais, Port - P&O Ferry.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Calais, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Calais by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Calais by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Calais:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Calais often also extend their vacation to go to London, Dover, Paris, Lille, Folkestone. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Calais and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Calais to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Calais, you can explore a collection of fine arts at the Musée des Beaux-Arts, enjoy a leisurely stroll in Parc Richelieu, and visit the serene Les Baraques Military Cemetery. Experience the impressive Calais Dragon and explore the local market for regional delicacies. Don't miss the historic Calais Lighthouse for panoramic views, the famous sculpture "The Burghers of Calais" by Auguste Rodin, and the impressive Calais Town Hall. Relax at Calais Beach and discover the history of lace-making at the Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode.
A visit to Calais can be well-suited for a day trip or a short two-day stay, allowing time to explore its main attractions such as the Calais Lighthouse, the City of Lace and Fashion, and the historic Town Hall.

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