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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €50 - €95 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Dunkirk is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €140 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Lyon and arriving at Dunkerque via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Lyon Perrache and arriving at Dunkerque via Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Lyon to Dunkirk?

The distance between Lyon and Dunkirk is 729 km. The road distance is 720.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Dunkirk without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €140 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Lyon to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Dunkirk bus from?

Lyon to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Dunkirk train from?

Lyon to Dunkirk train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Perrache station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Lyon to Dunkirk is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €140 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €95 and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Lyon to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Lyon to Dunkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Lyon to Dunkirk train arrive?

Lyon to Dunkirk train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Dunkirk is 721 km. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Lyon to Dunkirk.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Dunkirk?

Book your Lyon to Dunkirk train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Dunkirk?

Book your Lyon to Dunkirk bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

There are 2457+ hotels available in Dunkirk.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Lyon to Dunkirk 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
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Perrache to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
4h 54m
€147–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 709 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Dunkerquebus 1751
11h 25m
€53–95
Drive 720.7 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Dunkirkcar 720.7 km
7h 42m
€111–160
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane LYS - CDG
2. Take the train from Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy to Lille Europetrain
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain
5h 33m
€137–349
Train via Lyon Part Dieu
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Dunkerquetrain Ter
5h 15m
€146–239
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Paris, Quai de Bercybus
2. Take the bus from Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station to Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
12h 14m
€64–126
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Lille-Lesquin Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL)plane LYS - LIL
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain
7h 36m
€165–312
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane LYS - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain
7h 37m
€117–285
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane GVA - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain
4. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain
9h 20m
€109–294

Lyon to Dunkirk by train

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4h 54mAverage Duration

€147Cheapest Price

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Distance: 729.3 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Lyon Perrache to Dunkerque via Lille Europe in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon to Dunkerque via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 11h 25m.

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