How to travel from Málaga to Lyon

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Compare bus and flight for Málaga to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł 419 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł 419, while a flight costs an average of zł 1,766.

Distance: 786 miles (1266 km)

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zł 1,766

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zł 419

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zł 1,217

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6h 15m

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4h 15m

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27h 1m

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26h 31m

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15h 33m

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Compare ways to travel from Málaga to Lyon

Compare the available ways to get from Málaga to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Málaga to Lyon is a bus with an average price of zł 419.

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

A bus is zł 1,347 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Lyon costing on average zł 1,766.

The fastest way to travel from Málaga to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 15m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 27h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Málaga and Lyon including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Málaga to Lyon 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 18m sooner (4h 15m by flight vs 15h 33m by car). Tickets start at around zł 1,766 compared to roughly zł 1,217 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 Málaga to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1747+SNCF | TGV INOUI12536
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1137 · TP470
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA358+BA EuroflyerBA2643
    1 transfer
  • SwissLX2121 · LX638+SNCF | TGV INOUI9844
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Málaga 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 Málaga to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Málaga and Lyon including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Málaga to Lyon is a bus with an average price of zł 419.

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

A bus is zł 1,347 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Lyon costing on average zł 1,766.

The fastest way to travel from Málaga to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 15m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 27h 1m.

The distance from Málaga to Lyon is approximately 786 miles (1266 km).
The average frequency per day from Málaga to Lyon is:
  • Around 46 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Málaga and Lyon as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Málaga to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Malaga Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 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 Málaga to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Vueling, Air France, Transavia France, Iberia, TAP Portugal, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, KLM, British Airways, BA Euroflyer, Ryanair, Lufthansa City Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Volotea, ITA, Air Baltic, easyJet, Eurowings, BA Cityflyer, CitizenPlane, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, KLM Cityhopper to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Alsa to go to Lyon by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Málaga to Lyon:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Transavia France, Volotea, easyJet, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Málaga 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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