How to travel from Lyon to Trier

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Trier

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Trier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $81 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 6h 40m. 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 $81, while a train costs an average of $158.

Distance: 288 miles (465 km)

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$158

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The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Trier is a bus with an average price of $114 (€93).

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

A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Trier costing on average $168 (€138).

A bus is $400 (€327) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Trier costing on average $514 (€421).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Trier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 29m.

Bus takes on average 11h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Trier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Trier among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $168 (€138) compared to roughly $154 (€126) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.77 (€-12.09). The journey takes 7h 59m versus 5h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lyon to Trier

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

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

  • FlixBus
    11:20 PM10h55
    Lyon
    10:15 AMTrier
    $711One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    11:20 PM10h55
    Lyon
    10:15 AMTrier
    $711One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    12:25 AM10h35
    Lyon
    11:00 AMTrier
    $1101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    10:00 PM14h00
    Lyon
    12:00 PMTrier
    $741One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    9:00 PM14h00
    Lyon
    11:00 AMTrier
    $1191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Trier

Travel to Trier 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 Trier.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Trier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Trier is a bus with an average price of $114 (€93).

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

A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Trier costing on average $168 (€138).

A bus is $400 (€327) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Trier costing on average $514 (€421).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Trier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 29m.

Bus takes on average 11h 46m.

The distance from Lyon to Trier is approximately 288 miles (465 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Trier is:
  • Around 56 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Trier 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 Trier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Trier Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Trier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Trier by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, Regionale, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Trier by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Trier:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Trier often also extend their vacation to go to Luxembourg, Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Cologne, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Trier and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Trier to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Trier, you can visit the Aula Palatina, a Roman basilica with a remarkable interior, explore the picturesque Moselle River with boat tours, and enjoy the Trier Christmas Market for traditional crafts and local delicacies. Discover the engineering marvel of the Imperial Baths and indulge in a wine tasting tour in nearby vineyards renowned for Riesling wines. Key sights include Porta Nigra, the Trier Cathedral, the Basilica of Constantine, the Roman Amphitheater, and the Karl Marx House museum.
To fully explore Trier's Roman ruins, historic sites, and museums, a stay of two to three days is recommended.

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