How to travel from Stuttgart to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 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 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €355.

Distance: 292 miles (470 km)

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€74

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€53

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€355

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€95

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6h 16m

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5h 46m

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11h 54m

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2h 47m

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6h 50m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.4 - 2.8kg

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Compare ways to travel from Stuttgart to Lyon

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Lyon costing on average €74.

A bus is €302 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Lyon costing on average €355.

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

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 16m.

Bus takes on average 11h 54m.

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

The journey is about 1h 4m faster (5h 46m by train vs 6h 50m by car) and roughly €21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€74 vs €95). 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 Stuttgart to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • TGV9578+SNCF | TGV INOUI6611
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • TGV9578+SNCF | TGV INOUI6611
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1828 · KL1431
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TGVTGV 9576+SNCF | TGV INOUI12177
    1 transfer
  • TGVTGV 9576+SNCF | TGV INOUI5537
    1 transfer
  • TGVTGV 9576+SNCF | TGV INOUI9879
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1834 · KL1435
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1830 · KL1433
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1832 · KL1435
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Lyon costing on average €74.

A bus is €302 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Lyon costing on average €355.

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

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 16m.

Bus takes on average 11h 54m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Lyon is approximately 292 miles (470 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Lyon is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe 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 Stuttgart to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, Lufthansa, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Brussels Airlines, British Airways, Helvetic Airways, BA Euroflyer to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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