How to travel from Lyon to Edinburgh

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of €117.

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

A bus is €28 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Edinburgh costing on average €144.

A bus is €520 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Edinburgh costing on average €637.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 7m.

Bus takes on average 25h 1m.

The distance from Lyon to Edinburgh is approximately 786 miles (1265 km).

The average frequency per day from Lyon to Edinburgh is:

• Around 33 flights per day.
• Around 19 buses per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.

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

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Edinburgh by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Edinburgh by train.
• Travel with easyJet, British Airways, KLM, Brussels Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa, Vueling to go to Edinburgh by flight.

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

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

In Edinburgh, visitors can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket, enjoy a ghost tour of the haunted streets, attend shows at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden. Discover hidden gems at the Stockbridge Market. Key sights include Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, The Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and The National Museum of Scotland.

For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Edinburgh allows you to explore its historic sites, such as Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, enjoy cultural attractions, and immerse yourself in the local atmosphere.