How to travel from Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon

There are 2 options to travel between Villars-les-Dombes and Lyon including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €7.

This is compared to other travel options from Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon costing on average €9.

The fastest way to travel from Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 4m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 20m.

The distance from Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon is approximately 19 miles (32 km).

The average frequency per day from Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon is:

• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Villars-les-Dombes 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 Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon:

• Trains mostly depart from Villars-les-Dombes station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.

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

• Travel with SNCF | Autocar to go to Lyon by bus.
• Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Lyon by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Villars-les-Dombes to Lyon with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct buses per day with SNCF | Autocar.
• 10 direct trains per day with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.

Omio customers who travel from Villars-les-Dombes 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.