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

The cheapest way to get from Patras to Lyon is to bus and train and fly which costs €80 - €240 and takes 13h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Patras to Lyon is to bus and train and fly which takes 10h 36m and costs €95 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Patras and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Patras to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Patra and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Kakavijë and Tirana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 37m.

How far is it from Patras to Lyon?

The distance between Patras and Lyon is 1936 km. The road distance is 2207.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Patras to Lyon without a car is to bus via Kakavijë which takes 30h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 12h 4m to get from Patras to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patras to Lyon bus from?

Patras to Lyon bus services, operated by Komatas Tours Euro Interlines, depart from Patra station.

Where does the Patras to Lyon bus arrive?

Patras to Lyon bus services, operated by Komatas Tours Euro Interlines, arrive at Kakavijë station.

What is the time difference between Patras and Lyon?

Lyon is 1h behind Patras. It is currently 3:19 PM in Patras and 2:19 PM in Lyon.

Can I drive from Patras to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Patras to Lyon is 2208 km. It takes approximately 26h 40m to drive from Patras to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3709+ hotels available in Lyon.

Patras to Lyon - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, ferry, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Patras to Lyon by bus, plane, ferry, train, 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.

Bus to Kalamata International Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Patras to Kalamata
2. Fly from Kalamata International Airport (KLX) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)KLX - LYS
12h 4m
€145–473
Bus, train to Athens International Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiato
2. Take the train from Kiato to Athens
3. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)ATH - GVA
4. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
13h 17m
€83–235
Bus via Kakavijë
1. Take the bus from Patra to Kakavijë
2. Take the bus from Kakavijë to Tirana
3. Take the bus from Tirana to Lyon Part Dieu
30h 37m
Ferry, train via Bologna
1. Take the ferry from Patras to Ancona M.MaAsf
2. Take the train from Ancona to Bologna CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centrale
4. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part DieuFr
32h 30m
€159–424
Drive 2,207.7 km
1. Drive from Patras to Lyon2,207.7 km
26h 40m
€394–568
Bus, train to Athens International Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiato
2. Take the train from Kiato to Athens
3. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)ATH - LYS
10h 36m
€95–231
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Patras to Ancona M.MaAsf
2. Take the train from Ancona to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part DieuFr
33h 2m
€151–409
Bus
1. Take the bus from Patras to Tirana
2. Take the bus from Tirana to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
43h 30m

Patras to Lyon by ferry, foot, bus, and train

6Weekly Services

32h 30mAverage Duration

€159Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,935.6 km
Duration: 12h 4m

What companies run services between Patras, Greece and Lyon, France?

You can take a bus from Patra to Lyon Part Dieu via Kakavijë and Tirana in around 30h 37m.

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