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

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Lyon is to bus via Valencia which costs €70 - €120 and takes 17h 40m.

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 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Alicante to Lyon station. However, there are services departing from Alicante and arriving at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station via Valencia - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 40m.

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 €85 - €180.

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 ALSA, 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 - €180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €85 - €180 and takes 11h 33m, you could also bus via Valencia, which costs €70 - €120 and takes 17h 40m.

Where does the Alicante to Lyon bus arrive?

Alicante to Lyon bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estació d'Autobusos de València 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), 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
best
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane ALC - LYS
4h 57m
€62–177
Bus
cheapest
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
€53–202
Train (Renfe)
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
€85–178
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Valencia - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
17h 40m
€73–117
Drive 1,132.2 km
1. Drive from Alicante to Lyoncar 1,132.2 km
10h 57m
€175–252

Alicante to Lyon by train (Renfe)

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11h 33mAverage Duration

€85Cheapest Price

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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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