How to travel from Lyon to Le Havre

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Lyon to Le Havre

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Le Havre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, while a flight costs an average of $537.

Distance: 339 miles (547 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Lyon to Le Havre

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Le Havre is a bus with an average price of $59.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Le Havre:

A bus is $61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Le Havre costing on average $120.

A bus is $478 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Le Havre costing on average $537.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Le Havre is by train with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 50m.

Bus takes on average 9h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Le Havre including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Le Havre among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 23m faster (4h 12m by train vs 6h 35m by car) and roughly $88 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($120 vs $207). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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

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

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Le Havre

Travel to Le Havre 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 Le Havre.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Le Havre including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Le Havre is a bus with an average price of $59.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Le Havre:

A bus is $61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Le Havre costing on average $120.

A bus is $478 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Le Havre costing on average $537.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Le Havre is by train with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 50m.

Bus takes on average 9h 21m.

The distance from Lyon to Le Havre is approximately 339 miles (547 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Le Havre is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Le Havre as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Le Havre:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Southampton Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Gare du Havre.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Le Havre, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Le Havre, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, Air France, KLM Cityhopper to go to Le Havre by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Le Havre by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Le Havre by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Le Havre:
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Le Havre often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Honfleur, Rouen, Étretat, Caen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Havre and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Havre to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Havre, you can stroll along the scenic Le Havre Beach, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at Les Halles Centrales market, and visit the historic Maison de l'Armateur. Take a guided tour of the Port of Le Havre and experience local culture at the Docks Vauban. Discover Le Havre's Modernist Architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore the MuMa for Impressionist art, relax at the Jardins Suspendus, admire the unique Saint Joseph's Church, and visit the contemporary Les Bains des Docks aquatic center.
To fully explore Le Havre, including its UNESCO-listed architecture, museums, and the nearby coastal attractions, spending 2 to 3 days would be sufficient.

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