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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Lyon is to bus which costs €65 - €130 and takes 14h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 58m and costs €70 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prague and arriving at Lyon. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Praha-Holesovice and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Dresden Hauptbahnhof, Erfurt Hbf and Strasbourg Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 47m.

How far is it from Prague to Lyon?

The distance between Prague and Lyon is 875 km. The road distance is 1054.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Lyon without a car is to bus which takes 14h 40m and costs €65 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Prague to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Lyon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prague to Lyon train from?

Prague to Lyon train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha-Holesovice station.

Train, bus or fly from Prague to Lyon?

The best way to get from Prague to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 58m and costs €70 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €130 and takes 14h 40m, you could also train via Erfurt, which costs €200 - €550 and takes 14h 47m.

Where does the Prague to Lyon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prague to Lyon train arrive?

Prague to Lyon train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Dresden Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Lyon is 1054 km. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Prague to Lyon.

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

Book your Prague to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3765+ hotels available in Lyon.

Prague to Lyon - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Prague to Lyon by plane, bus, 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.

Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane PRG - LYS
4h 58m
€72–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague to Lyonbus N1759
14h 40m
€65–130
Train via Erfurt
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82
4. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Lyon Part Dieutrain 84
14h 47m
€209–530
Drive 1,054.2 km
1. Drive from Prague to Lyoncar 1,054.2 km
9h 44m
€163–236
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane DRS - LYS
8h 37m
€167–495
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane PRG - GVA
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain
7h 43m
€70–260
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
3. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
21h 15m
€343–727

Prague to Lyon by bus

15Weekly Buses

14h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 875 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Lyon, France?

Volotea, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Prague to Lyon once daily. Tickets cost €70–120 and the journey takes 14h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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