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 via Bordeaux which costs €55 - €120 and takes 10h 15m.

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 which takes 4h 17m and costs €85 - €300.

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 four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h.

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 27m.

How far is it from Lyon to Basque Country?

The distance between Lyon and Basque Country is 630 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 27m and costs €220 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m 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 fly which takes 4h 17m and costs €85 - €300. Alternatively, you can train via Antony, which costs €220 - €410 and takes 8h 27m, you could also bus via Bordeaux, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 10h 15m.

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 30m 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 779+ hotels available in Basque Country.

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

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

Fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport
best
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)plane LYS - BIQ
4h 17m
€87–299
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
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
€57–113
Train via Antony
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Massy Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to Hendayetrain Tgv
8h 27m
€224–405
Drive 759.6 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 759.6 km
7h 30m
€119–172
Fly to San Sebastián Airport
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane LYS - EAS
6h 25m
€100–295
Fly to Bilbao Airport
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane LYS - BIO
7h 32m
€82–241
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 22m
€87–222
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
€179–317
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N716 / ...
15h
€65–140

Lyon to Basque Country by train

3Weekly Trains

8h 27mAverage Duration

€224Cheapest Price

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Distance: 630.5 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

easyJet and Air France fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Amara-Donostia via Massy Tgv, Hendaye, and Hendaia in around 8h 27m.

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