How to travel from Lyon to Reims

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Reims

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Reims among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, while a flight costs an average of €441.

Distance: 244 miles (394 km)

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Driving

€441

Average price

€119

Average price

€50

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Cheapest

€127

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 36m

Average total duration

2h 36m

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2h 0m

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3h 19m

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Fastest

2h 49m

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30m

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8h 15m

Average total duration

7h 45m

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30m

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4h 41m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.2 - 2.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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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 Reims is a bus with an average price of €50.

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

A bus is €69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Reims costing on average €119.

A bus is €391 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Reims costing on average €441.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Reims is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Reims take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 36m.

Bus takes on average 8h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Reims including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Reims 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 2h 5m sooner (2h 36m by flight vs 4h 41m by car). Tickets start at around €441 compared to roughly €127 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 Reims

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:20 AM11h15
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    4:35 PMReims, Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV
    481One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:20 AM11h15
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    4:35 PMReims, Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV
    481One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7369
    6:40 PM1h10
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    7:50 PMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport
    1491One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6628 · 2759
    6:04 PM3h40
    Lyon Part Dieu
    9:44 PMReims station
    951One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6620 · 2747
    2:04 PM4h10
    Lyon Part Dieu
    6:14 PMReims station
    1081One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12554 · 5482+TER839735
    8:27 AM3h55
    Lyon Part Dieu
    12:22 PMReims station
    1201One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus5132 · 30480
    11:55 PM10h10
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    10:05 AMReims, Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV
    481One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:25 PM11h55
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    9:20 AMReims, Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV
    501One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus5130 · 50383
    10:40 AM9h40
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    8:20 PMReims, Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV
    551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7371
    6:00 AM1h20
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    7:20 AMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport
    1491One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7367
    2:40 PM1h10
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    3:50 PMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport
    1801One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2247 · LH2228
    9:30 AM25h45
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    11:15 AMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport
    2151One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Reims

Travel to Reims 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 Reims.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Reims including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Reims is a bus with an average price of €50.

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

A bus is €69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Reims costing on average €119.

A bus is €391 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Reims costing on average €441.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Reims is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Reims take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 36m.

Bus takes on average 8h 15m.

The distance from Lyon to Reims is approximately 244 miles (394 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Reims is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Reims 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 Reims:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Reims station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Reims, Gare de Champagne-Ardenne TGV.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Reims, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Reims by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Reims by train.
  • Travel with Air France to go to Reims by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Reims with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Air France.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Reims often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Épernay, Strasbourg, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Reims and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Reims to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Reims, visitors can enjoy Champagne Tasting Tours at renowned champagne houses and vineyards, explore the vibrant Reims Market for local produce and delicacies, and watch shows at the Reims Planetarium. A stroll in Parc de Champagne offers a peaceful escape, while the Musée de la Reddition provides historical insights. Key sights include the stunning Notre-Dame de Reims, the historical Palais du Tau, the famous Champagne Taittinger, the Basilique Saint-Remi, and the Musée des Beaux-Arts with its impressive art collection.
To fully experience Reims, including its famous Champagne houses, stunning cathedrals like Notre-Dame de Reims, and historical sites, plan for a 2-3 day visit.

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