How to travel from Vienna to Lyon

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

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €82.

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

A bus is €175 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Lyon costing on average €257.

A bus is €327 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Lyon costing on average €410.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 41m.

Bus takes on average 19h 27m.

The distance from Vienna to Lyon is approximately 568 miles (915 km).

The average frequency per day from Vienna to Lyon is:

• Around 34 flights per day.
• Around 10 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna 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 Vienna to Lyon:

• {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
• {stationMode_2} mostly depart from {departureStation_2} and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
• {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) 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 Vienna to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Air France, Volotea, KLM, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Vueling, Air Dolomiti, easyJet, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Croatia Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Corsica, British Airways to go to Lyon by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV to go to Lyon by train.

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

• 1 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Vienna 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.