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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Benfica is to fly which costs €55 - €250 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Benfica?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Benfica is to fly which takes 5h 45m and costs €55 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Benfica?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Benfica. However, there are services departing from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station and arriving at Igreja Benfica via Sete Rios. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 47m.

How far is it from Lyon to Benfica?

The distance between Lyon and Benfica is 1429 km. The road distance is 1676.2 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Benfica without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Benfica without a car is to train which takes 18h 53m and costs €120 - €310.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Benfica?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Lyon to Benfica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Benfica bus from?

Lyon to Benfica bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Benfica train from?

Lyon to Benfica train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to Benfica?

The best way to get from Lyon to Benfica is to fly which takes 5h 45m and costs €55 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €120 - €310 and takes 18h 53m, you could also bus, which costs €100 - €150 and takes 25h 47m.

Where does the Lyon to Benfica bus arrive?

Lyon to Benfica bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lisbon - Sete Rios station.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Benfica?

Benfica is 1h behind Lyon. It is currently 11:04 PM in Lyon and 10:04 PM in Benfica.

Where does the Lyon to Benfica train arrive?

Lyon to Benfica train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Benfica?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Benfica is 1676 km. It takes approximately 16h 8m to drive from Lyon to Benfica.

Where can I stay near Benfica?

There are 9591+ hotels available in Benfica.

Lyon to Benfica - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct train between Lyon and Benfica?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Benfica. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Benfica via Barcelona-Sants, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Badajoz, Entroncamento and Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 53m.

There are 6 ways to get from Lyon to Benfica by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), 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 from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
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1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane LYS - LIS
5h 45m
€59–241
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Santstrain
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Ave
3. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Badajoztrain Alv
4. Take the train from Badajoz to Entroncamentotrain Re
5. Take the train from Entroncamento to Lisboa Orientetrain Re / ...
18h 53m
€125–309
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Lisbon - Sete Riosbus BlaBlaCar Bus
25h 47m
€105–141
Drive 1,676.2 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Benficacar 1,676.2 km
16h 8m
€256–369
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane GVA - LIS
7h 45m
€68–278
Bus via Estação Sete Rios
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Riosbus
28h 17m
€85–227

Lyon to Benfica by train

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18h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,428.8 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Benfica, Portugal?

easyJet, TAP Portugal, and two other airlines fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Benfica via Barcelona-Sants, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Badajoz, Entroncamento, and Lisboa Oriente in around 18h 53m.

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