There are 6 ways to get from Lisbon to Lyon by plane, train, 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.
Recommended option
Fly to Lyon
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Fly from Lisbon (LIS) to Lyon (LYS)
5 alternative options
Fly to Geneva, train
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Fly from Lisbon (LIS) to Geneva (GVA)
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Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
Train
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Take the train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Entroncamento
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Take the train from Entroncamento to Badajoz
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Take the train from Badajoz to Madrid-Atocha Cercanias
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Take the train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
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Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieu
Bus via Nîmes
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Take the bus from Lisbon Sete Rios to Nîmes
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Take the bus from Nîmes to Lyon Perrache
Bus
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Take the bus from Lisboa Sete Rios to Evora
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Take the bus from Evora to Lyon
Drive
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Drive from Lisbon to Lyon
Lisbon to Lyon by train
Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Lisbon to Lyon is to bus via Nîmes, which costs €85 - €110 and takes 28h 45m.
The quickest way to get from Lisbon to Lyon is to fly which costs €70 - €270 and takes 5h 8m.
No, there is no direct bus from Lisbon to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Lisbon Sete Rios and arriving at Lyon Perrache via Nîmes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 45m.
No, there is no direct train from Lisbon to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Entroncamento, Badajoz, Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 38m.
The distance between Lisbon and Lyon is 1388 km. The road distance is 1700.4 km.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 20h 38m and costs €160 - €280.
It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Lisbon to Lyon, including transfers.
Lisbon to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lisbon Sete Rios station.
Lisbon to Lyon train services, operated by Comboios De Portugal, depart from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia station.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Lyon is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs €70 - €270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €160 - €280 and takes 20h 38m, you could also bus via Nîmes, which costs €85 - €110 and takes 28h 45m.
- Distance: 1388.3 km
- Duration: 5h 8m
What companies run services between Lisbon, Portugal and Lyon, France?
TAP Portugal, easyJet and four other airlines fly from Lisbon to Lyon every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lisbon to Lyon via Entroncamento, Badajoz, Madrid-Atocha Cercanias, Madrid-Puerta De Atocha, and Barcelona-Sants in around 20h 38m.
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Lisbon to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €75 - €420
Flights from Lisbon to Lyon via Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €75 - €420
Flights from Lisbon to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €60 - €420
Flights from Lisbon to Geneva via Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- When
- Wednesday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €420
Flights from Lisbon to Geneva via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €420
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Lisbon to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €90 - €550
Flights from Lisbon to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €550
Flights from Lisbon to Geneva via Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €500
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Lisbon to Lyon via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €500
Flights from Lisbon to Geneva via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €85 - €600
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Lisbon to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €550
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Lisbon to Lyon via Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €500
Flights from Lisbon to Geneva via Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 5h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €650
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Lisbon to Lyon via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €180 - €650
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Lisbon to Lyon via Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €90 - €550
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €50 - €95
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 44m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €45
- 1st Class
- €35 - €45
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 808 109 110
- apoiocliente@cp.pt
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Entroncamento
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 34m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €7 - €11
Train from Entroncamento to Badajoz
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €12 - €18
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €12 - €18
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Badajoz to Madrid-Atocha Cercanias
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 9m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €40
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €60 - €120
- Website
- Renfe AVE
- Promo
- €60 - €80
- Promo+
- €68 - €73
- Flexible
- €90 - €120
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €85
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €60 - €85
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
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One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Lisbon Sete Rios to Nîmes
- Ave. Duration
- 24h 50m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €70 - €90
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Nîmes to Lyon Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €14 - €18
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Nîmes to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €11 - €14
- Website
- Blablabus
Rede Nacional de Expressos is a cheap and convenient way to get around the country. In business since 1995, Portugal’s biggest bus operator services villages and cities across the country. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days before the date of travel, with discounted fares available via their free RFLEX Card. Most coaches have WiFi and power sockets.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 21 75 24 524
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Lisboa Sete Rios to Evora
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Schedules at
- rede-expressos.pt
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Evora to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 2 days 2h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €160 - €230
- Website
- alsa.com
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Lisbon Airport to Lyon Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 15m.
Lisbon to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon Perrache station.
Lyon is 1h ahead of Lisbon. It is currently 9:25 AM in Lisbon and 10:25 AM in Lyon.
Lisbon to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe SNCF, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lisbon to Lyon is 1700 km. It takes approximately 15h 54m to drive from Lisbon to Lyon.
Brussels Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa and three other airlines offer flights from Lisbon Airport to Lyon Airport.
Book your Lisbon to Lyon bus tickets online with FlixBus.
There are 354+ hotels available in Lyon. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is to bus which takes 13 min and costs €3.