How to travel from Mainz to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Mainz to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Mainz to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, while a flight costs an average of $256.

Distance: 333 miles (536 km)

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$256

Average price

$66

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3h 18m

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1h 18m

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10h 40m

Average total duration

10h 10m

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30m

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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from Mainz to Lyon

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

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

  • FlixBus
    6:20 AM15h30
    Mainz
    9:50 PMLyon
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    6:20 AM15h30
    Mainz
    9:50 PMLyon
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    6:20 AM15h30
    Mainz
    9:50 PMLyon
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    9:40 PM16h05
    Mainz
    1:45 PMLyon
    $551One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mainz to Lyon

Travel to Lyon 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 Mainz to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Mainz and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Mainz to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $66 (€53).

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

A bus is $190 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mainz to Lyon costing on average $256 (€207).

The fastest way to travel from Mainz to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 32m.

Bus takes on average 10h 40m.

The distance from Mainz to Lyon is approximately 333 miles (536 km).
The average frequency per day from Mainz to Lyon is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mainz and Lyon 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 Mainz to Lyon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Mannheim Hbf and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Mainz, Binger Schlag (Kurzzeitparkplatz) and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mainz to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, vlexx to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, ORN Omnibusverkehr Rhein-Nahe GmbH to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Mainz to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa.
Omio customers who travel from Mainz to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lyon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.
For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.

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