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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Elne is to bus via Lyon which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Elne is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Elne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Elne. However, there are services departing from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and arriving at ELNE - Route de Perpignan via PERPIGNAN - Gare Routière Bd St Assiscle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Lyon to Elne?

The distance between Lyon and Elne is 489 km. The road distance is 461.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Elne without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €55 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Lyon to Elne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Elne bus from?

Lyon to Elne bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Elne?

The best way to get from Lyon to Elne is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €55 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Lyon to Elne bus arrive?

Lyon to Elne bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Perpignan station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Elne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Elne is 461 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Lyon to Elne.

Where can I stay near Elne?

There are 5904+ hotels available in Elne.

Lyon to Elne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Elne by train (Renfe, TGV), 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Perpignantrain 9742
4h 41m
€57–177
Bus via Lyon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Perpignanbus FlixBus 788 / ...
7h 53m
€33–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Perpignanbus
6h 13m
€39–75
Drive 461.1 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Elnecar 461.1 km
4h 19m
€70–102

Lyon to Elne by train and bus

17Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 489.5 km
Duration: 4h 41m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Perpignan twice daily. Tickets cost €55–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Perpignan once daily. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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