How to travel from Roissy-en-France to Lyon

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Roissy-en-France to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roissy-en-France to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a flight costs an average of $546.

Distance: 249 miles (402 km)

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2h 40m

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6h 37m

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4h 33m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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Compare ways to travel from Roissy-en-France to Lyon

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

The cheapest way to travel from Roissy-en-France to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $44.

This is compared to other travel options from Roissy-en-France to Lyon:

A bus is $67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roissy-en-France to Lyon costing on average $111.

A bus is $502 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roissy-en-France to Lyon costing on average $546.

The fastest way to travel from Roissy-en-France to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 40m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 44m.

Bus takes on average 6h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Roissy-en-France and Lyon including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Roissy-en-France 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 23m faster (2h 10m by train vs 4h 33m by car) and roughly $35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($111 vs $145). 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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How to get from Roissy-en-France to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Roissy-en-France 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 Roissy-en-France to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Roissy-en-France and Lyon including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Roissy-en-France to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $44.

This is compared to other travel options from Roissy-en-France to Lyon:

A bus is $67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roissy-en-France to Lyon costing on average $111.

A bus is $502 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Roissy-en-France to Lyon costing on average $546.

The fastest way to travel from Roissy-en-France to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 40m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 44m.

Bus takes on average 6h 37m.

The distance from Roissy-en-France to Lyon is approximately 249 miles (402 km).
The average frequency per day from Roissy-en-France to Lyon is:
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Roissy-en-France to Lyon:
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
  • Trains mostly depart from Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Roissy-en-France to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus, Internorte, Gipsyy, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, British Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, Brussels Airlines, Swiss to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Roissy-en-France to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia.
  • 7 direct buses per day with Alsa, FlixBus, Internorte, Gipsyy, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Air France.
Omio customers who travel from Roissy-en-France 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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