How to travel from Saarbrücken to Lyon

There are 2 options to travel between Saarbrücken and Lyon including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Lyon is a bus with an average price of zł182.

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

A bus is zł506 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Lyon costing on average zł688.

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 17m.

The distance from Saarbrücken to Lyon is approximately 260 miles (420 km).

The average frequency per day from Saarbrücken to Lyon is:

• Around 4 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Saarbrücken to Lyon:

• Trains mostly depart from Saarbrücken Hbf and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
• Buses mostly depart from Saarbrücken and arrive in Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saarbrücken to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Lyon by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Lyon by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Saarbrücken to Lyon with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
• 0 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.

Omio customers who travel from Saarbrücken 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.