How to travel from Meroux to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Meroux to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Meroux to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €717.

Distance: 160 miles (258 km)

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€717

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€57

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€29

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€85

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5h 23m

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3h 23m

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3h 13m

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5h 16m

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3h 29m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.6kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Meroux to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €29.

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

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Meroux to Lyon costing on average €57.

A bus is €688 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Meroux to Lyon costing on average €717.

The fastest way to travel from Meroux to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 16m.

Flight takes on average 5h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Meroux and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Meroux to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €29 compared to roughly €85 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €56. The journey takes 4h 46m versus 3h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Meroux to Lyon

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

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

  • FlixBus
    7:45 AM4h05
    Meroux
    11:50 AMLyon
    191One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    7:45 AM4h05
    Meroux
    11:50 AMLyon
    191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    7:45 AM4h05
    Meroux
    11:50 AMLyon
    191One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    9:35 AM5h25
    Meroux
    3:00 PMLyon
    271One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Meroux 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 Meroux to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Meroux and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Meroux to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €29.

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

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Meroux to Lyon costing on average €57.

A bus is €688 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Meroux to Lyon costing on average €717.

The fastest way to travel from Meroux to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 16m.

Flight takes on average 5h 23m.

The distance from Meroux to Lyon is approximately 160 miles (258 km).
The average frequency per day from Meroux to Lyon is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Meroux 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 Meroux to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Belfort, Faubourg de Montbéliard, Hotel KYRIAD and arrive in Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.
  • Trains mostly depart from Belfort - Montbéliard TGV and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Meroux to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air France to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Meroux to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
  • 7 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Meroux 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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