What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Basque Country?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Basque Country is to bus which costs €50 - €100 and takes 10h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Basque Country?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Basque Country is to fly and train which takes 5h 12m and costs €70 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at San Sebastian / Donostia. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Basque Country?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Basque Country. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Amara-Donostia via Massy Tgv and Hendaia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Lyon to Basque Country?

The distance between Lyon and Basque Country is 1208 km. The road distance is 759.6 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Basque Country without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Basque Country without a car is to train via Antony which takes 8h 30m and costs €220 - €410.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Basque Country?

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Lyon to Basque Country, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Basque Country bus from?

Lyon to Basque Country bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Basque Country train from?

Lyon to Basque Country train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to Basque Country?

The best way to get from Lyon to Basque Country is to train via Antony which takes 8h 30m and costs €220 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus via Bordeaux, which costs €50 - €110 and takes 10h 15m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €250 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Lyon to Basque Country bus arrive?

Lyon to Basque Country bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

Where does the Lyon to Basque Country train arrive?

Lyon to Basque Country train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Massy Tgv station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Basque Country?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Basque Country is 760 km. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Lyon to Basque Country.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Basque Country?

Book your Lyon to Basque Country bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Basque Country?

There are 791+ hotels available in Basque Country.

Lyon to Basque Country - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Lyon to Basque Country by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

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

Train via Antony
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Massy Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to Hendayetrain Tgv
8h 30m
€220–408
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N1149 / ...
10h 55m
€50–100
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 15m
€54–109
Drive 759.6 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 759.6 km
7h 31m
€119–172
Fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)plane LYS - BIQ
2. Take the train from Biarritz to Hendayetrain
5h 12m
€73–349
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Toulouse Matabiautrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Hendayetrain Intercités
10h 24m
€174–314
Fly to San Sebastián Airport
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane LYS - EAS
6h 25m
€95–245
Fly to Bilbao Airport
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane LYS - BIO
6h 53m
€72–240
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LYS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendayetrain
7h 53m
€84–214

Lyon to Basque Country by train

3Weekly Trains

8h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,207.7 km
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Basque Country, Spain?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Amara-Donostia via Massy Tgv, Hendaye, and Hendaia in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to San Sebastián - Bus Station via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop in around 10h 15m.

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