What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Lyon is to bus which costs €70 - €100 and takes 16h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Alicante to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 57m and costs €60 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alicante and arriving at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

How far is it from Alicante to Lyon?

The distance between Alicante and Lyon is 982 km. The road distance is 1132.2 km.

How do I travel from Alicante to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 11h 33m and costs €95 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Alicante to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Lyon bus from?

Alicante to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Alicante station.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Lyon train from?

Alicante to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Alicante to Lyon?

The best way to get from Alicante to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 57m and costs €60 - €190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €95 - €240 and takes 11h 33m, you could also bus, which costs €70 - €100 and takes 16h 35m.

Where does the Alicante to Lyon bus arrive?

Alicante to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Alicante to Lyon train arrive?

Alicante to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Alicante to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to Lyon is 1132 km. It takes approximately 10h 57m to drive from Alicante to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Alicante to Lyon?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alicante to Lyon?

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3764+ hotels available in Lyon.

Alicante to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alicante to Lyon by plane, train (Renfe, TGV), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
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1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane ALC - LYS
4h 57m
€61–190
Train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Barcelona-Santstrain Eur / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain 9737
11h 33m
€95–239
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
16h 35m
€70–100
Drive 1,132.2 km
1. Drive from Alicante to Lyoncar 1,132.2 km
10h 57m
€179–258
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Lyon, Perrache Bus Stationbus
18h
€95–199

Alicante to Lyon by train

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Distance: 981.6 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and Lyon, France?

Volotea, easyJet, and Vueling Airlines fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Lyon Part Dieu via Barcelona-Sants in around 11h 33m.

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