How to travel from Lyon to Strasbourg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Strasbourg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a flight costs an average of $313.

Distance: 238 miles (384 km)

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Driving

$86

Average price

$39

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Cheapest

$313

Average price

$138

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 28m

Average total duration

4h 58m

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30m

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6h 1m

Average total duration

5h 31m

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3h 0m

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1h 0m

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2h 0m

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5h 13m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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FlixBus

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Volotea

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The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Strasbourg is a bus with an average price of $39 (€31).

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

A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Strasbourg costing on average $86 (€70).

A bus is $275 (€222) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Strasbourg costing on average $313 (€254).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Strasbourg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 28m.

Bus takes on average 6h 1m.

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

The journey is about 15m faster (4h 58m by train vs 5h 13m by car) and roughly $52 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($86 (€70) vs $138 (€112)). 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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from Lyon to Strasbourg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM6h40
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    4:40 AMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM6h40
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    4:40 AMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Twin JetT72916
    8:40 PM1h10
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    9:50 PMStrasbourg Airport
    $6671One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5512
    5:55 AM4h01
    Lyon Part Dieu
    9:56 AMStrasbourg station
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER17816+SNCF | TGV INOUI6715+TER832308
    7:16 PM5h24
    Lyon Part Dieu
    12:40 AMStrasbourg station
    $821One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9896
    6:00 PM4h07
    Lyon Part Dieu
    10:07 PMStrasbourg station
    $831One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:05 PM7h10
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    12:15 AMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $401One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 AM6h20
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    11:40 AMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:05 PM8h20
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    8:25 PMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMAF8316 · AF5194
    6:30 AM7h25
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    1:55 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $6151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Twin JetT72912
    8:35 AM1h10
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    9:45 AMStrasbourg Airport
    $6671One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMAF3223 · AF3211
    2:05 PM7h45
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    9:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $13361One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Lyon to Strasbourg

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Lyon to Strasbourg, 67,21% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Lyon to Strasbourg and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Strasbourg

Travel to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Strasbourg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Strasbourg is a bus with an average price of $39 (€31).

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

A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Strasbourg costing on average $86 (€70).

A bus is $275 (€222) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Strasbourg costing on average $313 (€254).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Strasbourg is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 28m.

Bus takes on average 6h 1m.

The distance from Lyon to Strasbourg is approximately 238 miles (384 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Strasbourg is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Strasbourg station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and arrive in Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Strasbourg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Strasbourg by bus.
  • Travel with Volotea to go to Strasbourg by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TGV, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Strasbourg by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Strasbourg with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Volotea.
  • 7 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Strasbourg often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Basel, Frankfurt am Main, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Strasbourg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Strasbourg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Strasbourg, you can explore vibrant local markets, take a boat tour along the Ill River, visit the Alsatian Museum, enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Alsace wine region, and attend a performance at the Opéra National du Rhin. Notable sights include the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral, the charming Petite France district, Palais Rohan, the European Parliament, and Barrage Vauban.
To fully enjoy Strasbourg's highlights, including its charming Old Town, the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral, and relaxing boat tours on the River Ill, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
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