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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Lyon is to bus which costs €45 - €90 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs €110 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Lyon. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Lyon. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Strasbourg Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Munich to Lyon?

The distance between Munich and Lyon is 643 km. The road distance is 719.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 8h 32m and costs €140 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Munich to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Lyon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Munich to Lyon train from?

Munich to Lyon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Munich to Lyon?

The best way to get from Munich to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs €110 - €270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €140 - €360 and takes 8h 32m, you could also bus, which costs €45 - €90 and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Munich to Lyon bus arrive?

Munich to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Munich to Lyon train arrive?

Munich to Lyon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Strasbourg Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Lyon is 720 km. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Munich to Lyon.

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

Book your Munich to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Munich to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 1098+ hotels available in Lyon.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Munich to Lyon by plane, train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane MUC - LYS
4h 44m
€115–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Lyonbus FlixBus N106 / ...
11h 25m
€45–90
Train
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83
2. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Lyon Part Dieutrain 84
8h 32m
€146–357
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from München, ZOB to Zürich Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus station to Lyon, Perrache Bus Stationbus
11h 15m
Drive 719.7 km
1. Drive from Munich to Lyoncar 719.7 km
7h 25m
€111–160
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
8h 47m
€171–327

Munich to Lyon by train

7Weekly Trains

8h 32mAverage Duration

€146Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 643.3 km
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Lyon, France?

Lufthansa and Lufthansa City fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from München Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu via Strasbourg Bahnhof in around 8h 32m.

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