How to travel from Lyon to Porto

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Porto

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $134 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, while a flight costs an average of $467.

Distance: 745 miles (1199 km)

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Driving

$467

Average price

$134

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Cheapest

$425

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 11m

Average total duration

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4h 11m

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2h 0m

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25h 0m

Average total duration

24h 30m

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30m

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15h 30m

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3.6 - 7.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 3.0kg

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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 Porto is a bus with an average price of $134 (€110).

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

A bus is $333 (€273) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Porto costing on average $467 (€382).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Porto including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Porto among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 11h 19m sooner (4h 11m by flight vs 15h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $467 (€382) compared to roughly $425 (€348) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Lyon to Porto

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus54153
    8:55 PM23h30
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    7:25 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $721One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus54153
    8:55 PM23h30
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    7:25 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $721One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU24427
    10:05 AM2h15
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    11:20 AMPorto Airport
    $1711One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3169
    4:30 PM20h50
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    12:20 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $761One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 PM26h40
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    5:40 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:50 PM32h10
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    5:00 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1231One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transavia FranceTO7832
    6:40 PM2h20
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    8:00 PMPorto Airport
    $1121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7367 · AF1516
    2:40 PM8h20
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    10:00 PMPorto Airport
    $2161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7365 · AF1516
    11:20 AM11h40
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    10:00 PMPorto Airport
    $2161One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Porto

Travel to Porto 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 Porto.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Porto including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Porto is a bus with an average price of $134 (€110).

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

A bus is $333 (€273) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Porto costing on average $467 (€382).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 0m.

The distance from Lyon to Porto is approximately 745 miles (1199 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Porto is:
  • Around 47 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Porto 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 Porto:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Porto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Eurowings, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Royal Air Maroc, Helvetic Airways, Volotea, TAP Portugal, easyJet, Iberia to go to Porto by flight.
  • Travel with Internorte, FlixBus, KLR, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Porto by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Porto with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with CitizenPlane, Transavia France, Volotea, easyJet.
  • 1 direct buses per day with Internorte, FlixBus, KLR, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Porto often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Madrid, Paris, Vigo, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Porto and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Porto to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Porto, you can take a scenic cruise along the Douro River, explore the vibrant Bolhão Market, and visit the Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a traditional Fado music performance and wander through Crystal Palace Gardens. Don't miss the UNESCO-listed Ribeira District, the stunning Livraria Lello, and the panoramic views from Clérigos Tower. Visit the historic Porto Cathedral and the neoclassical Palácio da Bolsa.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Porto allows visitors to explore the main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture of the city.

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