How to travel from Osnabrück to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Osnabrück to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Osnabrück to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $75, while a flight costs an average of $510.

Distance: 473 miles (762 km)

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$510

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$75

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$115

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$175

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4h 47m

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2h 47m

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8h 48m

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8h 18m

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30m

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17h 41m

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17h 11m

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10h 31m

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2.3 - 4.6kg

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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0.8 - 1.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Osnabrück to Lyon is a train with an average price of $75 (€62).

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

A train is $40 (€34) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Osnabrück to Lyon costing on average $115 (€96).

A train is $436 (€363) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Osnabrück to Lyon costing on average $510 (€426).

The fastest way to travel from Osnabrück to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 48m.

Bus takes on average 17h 41m.

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

The journey is about 2h 13m faster (8h 18m by train vs 10h 31m by car) and roughly $100 (€84) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($75 (€62) vs $175 (€146)). 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 Osnabrück to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    6:44 PM15h01
    Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof
    9:45 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $1081One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    6:44 PM15h01
    Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof
    9:45 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $1081One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2137 · LH2252
    1:25 PM6h00
    Münster Osnabrück Airport
    7:25 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $7601One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 2517+TGVTGV 9580
    10:37 AM9h21
    Osnabrück Hbf
    7:58 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $4571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    6:44 PM15h01
    Osnabrück Hbf
    9:45 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $1141One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 AM19h15
    Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof
    6:50 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $1441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM19h40
    Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof
    11:50 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $1541One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2143 · LH95 · LH1076
    6:05 AM7h15
    Münster Osnabrück Airport
    1:20 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $4151One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2143 · LH97 · LH1076
    6:05 AM7h15
    Münster Osnabrück Airport
    1:20 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $4151One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2143 · LH127 · LH1076
    6:05 AM7h15
    Münster Osnabrück Airport
    1:20 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $4151One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Osnabrück 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 Osnabrück to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Osnabrück and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Osnabrück to Lyon is a train with an average price of $75 (€62).

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

A train is $40 (€34) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Osnabrück to Lyon costing on average $115 (€96).

A train is $436 (€363) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Osnabrück to Lyon costing on average $510 (€426).

The fastest way to travel from Osnabrück to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 48m.

Bus takes on average 17h 41m.

The distance from Osnabrück to Lyon is approximately 473 miles (762 km).
The average frequency per day from Osnabrück to Lyon is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Osnabrück 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 Osnabrück to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Osnabrück Hbf and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Osnabrück, Hauptbahnhof 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 Osnabrück to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Vueling, Eurowings, British Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Osnabrück to Lyon:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Osnabrück 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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