How to travel from Pamplona to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Pamplona to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pamplona to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $111 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, while a flight costs an average of $653.

Distance: 379 miles (611 km)

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$111

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$653

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$223

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$162

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16h 52m

Average total duration

16h 22m

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4h 56m

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2h 56m

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9h 20m

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8h 38m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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1.8 - 3.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Pamplona to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $111 (€93).

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

A bus is $112 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pamplona to Lyon costing on average $223 (€187).

A bus is $542 (€455) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pamplona to Lyon costing on average $653 (€548).

The fastest way to travel from Pamplona to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 20m.

Bus takes on average 16h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Pamplona and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Pamplona 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 $111 (€93) compared to roughly $162 (€136) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $51 (€43). The journey takes 16h 22m versus 8h 38m 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 Pamplona to Lyon

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

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

  • Union Ivkoni International
    5:45 PM15h15
    Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
    9:00 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $1351One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Union Ivkoni International
    5:45 PM15h15
    Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
    9:00 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $1351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1052 · IB1183
    1:55 PM4h45
    Pamplona Airport
    6:40 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $8931One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités de nuit3740+SNCF | TGV INOUI6605+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L54 (867322)
    6:43 PM15h13
    Bidarray Pont Noblia
    9:56 AMLyon Part Dieu
    $2111One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | Intercités de nuit3740+SNCF | TGV INOUI6605+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L54 (867322)
    6:36 PM15h20
    Ossès - Saint-Martin-d'Arrossa
    9:56 AMLyon Part Dieu
    $2111One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | Intercités de nuit3740+SNCF | TGV INOUI6681+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L54 (867322)
    6:43 PM15h13
    Bidarray Pont Noblia
    9:56 AMLyon Part Dieu
    $2611One-way
    2 transfers
  • Renfe ALVIA00802+IberiaIB1185
    6:32 AM17h13
    Pamplona station
    11:45 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $2261One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA00802+easyJetU24392
    6:32 AM9h33
    Pamplona station
    4:05 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $2741One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA00802+IberiaIB1183
    6:32 AM12h08
    Pamplona station
    6:40 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport
    $4621One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Pamplona 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 Pamplona to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Pamplona and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Pamplona to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $111 (€93).

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

A bus is $112 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pamplona to Lyon costing on average $223 (€187).

A bus is $542 (€455) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pamplona to Lyon costing on average $653 (€548).

The fastest way to travel from Pamplona to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 20m.

Bus takes on average 16h 52m.

The distance from Pamplona to Lyon is approximately 379 miles (611 km).
The average frequency per day from Pamplona to Lyon is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Pamplona 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 Pamplona to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Pamplona Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bidarray Pont Noblia and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) 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 Pamplona to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Conda, Internorte, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with Iberia to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Pamplona to Lyon:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Pamplona 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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