What is the cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon is to bus and train which costs €90 - €190 and takes 20h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs €75 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Cluj-Napoca and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Cluj-Napoca and arriving at Lyon via Fermata 3747 - D'AZEGLIO CAP, Fermata 778 - VITTORIO EMANUELE II and Turin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cluj-Napoca and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Cluj Napoca and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Budapest-Keleti, Zuerich Hb and Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 55m.

How far is it from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca and Lyon is 1462 km. The road distance is 1742 km.

How do I travel from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon without a car is to bus and train which takes 20h 19m and costs €90 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca to Lyon bus from?

Cluj-Napoca to Lyon bus services, operated by Romfour, depart from Cluj-Napoca station.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca to Lyon train from?

Cluj-Napoca to Lyon train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Cluj Napoca station.

Train, bus or fly from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs €75 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €240 - €460 and takes 28h 55m, you could also bus via Turin, which costs and takes 24h 27m.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Lyon bus arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Lyon bus services, operated by Romfour, arrive at Torino station.

What is the time difference between Cluj-Napoca and Lyon?

Lyon is 1h behind Cluj-Napoca. It is currently 12:53 AM in Cluj-Napoca and 11:53 PM in Lyon.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Lyon train arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Lyon train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj-Napoca to Lyon is 1742 km. It takes approximately 18h 55m to drive from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3199+ hotels available in Lyon.

Cluj-Napoca to Lyon - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

There are 8 ways to get from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon by plane, bus, train, train (TGV), car, or car train

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 Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)CLJ - LYS
3h 29m
€78–245
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Ghent
2. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Lille280 / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Lyon Part DieuTgv
20h 19m
€92–185
Train
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-KeletiIr
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich HbRjx
3. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Dijon VilleTgv
4. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Lyon Part DieuTer
28h 55m
€244–454
Drive 1,742 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Lyon1,742 km
18h 55m
€268–387
Bus via Turin
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Torino
2. Take the bus from Turin to LyonN406 / ...
24h 27m
Train via Lausanne
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-KeletiIr
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich HbRjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to LausanneIc5 / ...
4. Take the train from Lausanne to Lyon Part DieuTgv
29h 9m
€281–499
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Railway Station Square to Deva
2. Take the bus from Deva to Lyon1921
32h 20m
€136–204
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Villach Hbf ARZ
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf ARZ to München Ost
3. Drive from München Ost to Lyon
20h 51m
€338–477

Cluj-Napoca to Lyon by train

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28h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,461.9 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Cluj-Napoca, Romania and Lyon, France?

Ulendo Airlink, Lufthansa, and LOT fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cluj Napoca to Lyon Part Dieu via Budapest-Keleti, Zuerich Hb, and Dijon Ville in around 28h 55m.

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