How to travel from Lyon to Innsbruck

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Innsbruck

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł 320 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł 320, while a flight costs an average of zł 2,270.

Distance: 328 miles (529 km)

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Driving

zł 320

Average price

Cheapest

zł 874

Average price

zł 2,270

Average price

zł 949

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(fuel + tolls)

12h 26m

Average total duration

11h 56m

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10h 13m

Average total duration

9h 43m

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5h 22m

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3h 22m

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2h 0m

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8h 22m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of zł 320.

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

A bus is zł 555 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Innsbruck costing on average zł 874.

A bus is zł 1,951 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Innsbruck costing on average zł 2,270.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Innsbruck is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 22m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 13m.

Bus takes on average 12h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Innsbruck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Innsbruck among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around zł 320 compared to roughly zł 949 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł 630. The journey takes 11h 56m versus 8h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Lyon to Innsbruck

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 PM10h30
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    11:35 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    zł 2521One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 PM10h30
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    11:35 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    zł 2521One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2249+Austrian AirlinesLH6390 · LH6344
    1:00 PM5h10
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    6:10 PMInnsbruck Airport
    zł 3,0121One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 AM15h10
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    6:40 PMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    zł 4681One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2249+Austrian AirlinesLH6390+ÖBB | NightjetNJ 19946+ÖBB | REXREX 7
    1:00 PM16h05
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    5:05 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    zł 2,4641One-way
    3 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2249+Austrian AirlinesLH6390+ÖBBRJX19972
    1:00 PM11h04
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    12:04 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    zł 2,5161One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2249+Austrian AirlinesLH6390+ÖBBRJX 764+ÖBB | NightjetNJ 466
    1:00 PM15h27
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    4:27 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    zł 2,5421One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Innsbruck

Travel to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Innsbruck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of zł 320.

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

A bus is zł 555 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Innsbruck costing on average zł 874.

A bus is zł 1,951 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Innsbruck costing on average zł 2,270.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Innsbruck is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 22m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 13m.

Bus takes on average 12h 26m.

The distance from Lyon to Innsbruck is approximately 328 miles (529 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Innsbruck is:
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Innsbruck Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Innsbruck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Innsbruck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TGV, ÖBB, Trenitalia to go to Innsbruck by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic to go to Innsbruck by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Innsbruck by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Innsbruck:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Innsbruck often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Munich, Salzburg, Zurich, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Innsbruck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Innsbruck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Innsbruck, you can visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an interactive museum and garden with crystal art installations, or the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, one of Europe's highest zoos with alpine animals. Explore the vibrant Maria-Theresien-Strasse for shops, cafes, and historic sites. Take a guided tour of the Tyrolean State Museum to learn about regional history and culture. Enjoy a walk along the Inn River for scenic views. For must-see sights, visit the Golden Roof, the Nordkette Cable Car, Ambras Castle, Bergisel Ski Jump, and the Hofkirche.
To fully experience Innsbruck, including its historic sites, alpine attractions, and cultural offerings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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