Lyon to Paris

Lyon to Paris

Lyon
Paris
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Lyon to Paris Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+4h 28m
¥144,762
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
00:20
05:35
¥7,165
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
00:50
06:15
¥10,268
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
01:20
07:05
¥10,672
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
01:45
07:55
¥7,614
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
02:15
08:55
¥5,226
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
02:45
08:05
¥8,050
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
03:35
09:45
¥3,360
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
04:00
09:30
¥10,091
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
04:35
10:30
¥7,437
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
05:00
10:45
¥5,396
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
05:20
10:50
¥5,049
Flight
Volotea
Economy
06:00
09:30
¥47,868
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
06:20
11:55
¥5,396
Flight
Air France
Economy
06:45
08:00
¥27,008
Flight
Transavia France
Economy
07:15
20:15
¥49,172
Train
TGV
Standard
07:34
09:32
¥20,520
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
08:00
13:50
¥3,714
Flight
Volotea
Economy
08:25
22:40
¥28,497
Flight
Volotea
Economy
08:45
19:15
¥21,606

How to get from Lyon to Paris

When you want to get from Lyon to Paris, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about JPY 20,898. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as JPY 20,898.

How far is Lyon from Paris?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lyon to Paris. Your trip will be a total of 280 miles (449 km). The flying distance is 267 miles (428 km).

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Paris?

The travel time from Lyon to Paris can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 15 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lyon to Paris?

The cost of the trip from Lyon to Paris varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Alsa Internacional: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as JPY 20,898 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as JPY 20,898.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lyon to Paris:

  • Train tickets - JPY 7,637 to JPY 35,202;
  • Bus tickets - JPY 20,861 to JPY 20,861;
  • Plane tickets - JPY 22,351 to JPY 79,718;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from JPY 120,135 to JPY 260,759.

How many trips per day are there between Lyon and Paris?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 05:30. There are 2 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Paris. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is JPY 22,351.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Lyon to Paris

Air France, Transavia France, Vueling

Buses

Taking a bus from Lyon to Paris is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Lyon to Paris. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as JPY 120,135.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Lyon to Paris

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lyon to Paris? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Lyon to Paris

Facts about the transport from Lyon to Paris

Cheapest Transport¥7,637
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure6:30 PM
Departures per day2
Distance449 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir France, Alsa Internacional, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Internorte Transportes Rodoviarios Do Norte, Kamitrans, TER, TGV, Transavia France, Trenitalia, Vueling