There are 3 ways to get from Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS) by train, tram, 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.
Recommended option
Train, tram • 2h 25m
Cheapest option
Bus • 4h 22m
1 alternative option
Drive • 1h 42m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS) is to bus which costs €14 - €22 and takes 4h 22m.
The quickest way to get from Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS) is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 42m.
No, there is no direct bus from Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS). However, there are services departing from Parc Relais Jeanne R and arriving at Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport via Chalon-sur-Saône and Lyon - Perrache Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
The distance between Saint-Leu and Lyon Airport (LYS) is 121 km. The road distance is 170.8 km.
The best way to get from Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS) without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 25m and costs €45 - €60.
It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS), including transfers.
Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chalon-sur-Saône station.
Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS) bus services, operated by Blablabus, arrive at Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport station.
Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS) is 171 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS).
There are 321+ hotels available in Lyon Airport (LYS). Prices start at €87 per night.
- Distance: 120.8 km
- Duration: 2h 25m
What companies run services between Saint-Leu, France and Lyon Airport (LYS), France?
You can take a bus from Saint-Leu to Lyon Airport (LYS) via Chalon-sur-Saône, Lyon Perrache, and Lyon - Perrache Bus Station in around 4h 22m.
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Le Creusot-Montceau-Montchani to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 39 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €40
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €34 - €40
- 1st Class
- €30 - €36
- Phone
- 0826 00 17 18
- Website
- rhonexpress.fr
Tram from Gare Part-Dieu Villette to Aéroport Saint-Exupéry - Rx
- Ave. Duration
- 27 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €15
- Website
- Rhônexpress
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €9 - €11
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Lyon Perrache to Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €6
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Chalon-sur-Saône to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €8 - €11
- Website
- Blablabus
Bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €6 - €9
- Website
- Blablabus
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