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

The cheapest way to get from Split to Lyon is to bus which costs €70 - €170 and takes 21h.

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

The fastest way to get from Split to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs €75 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Split and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Split to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor and arriving at Lyon via Rijeka bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h.

Is there a direct train between Split and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Split to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Split and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Zagreb Glavni Kol., Ljubljana, Villach Hbf, Venezia Mestre and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 24m.

How far is it from Split to Lyon?

The distance between Split and Lyon is 964 km. The road distance is 1251.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Split to Lyon without a car is to ferry and train which takes 20h 19m and costs €190 - €450.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Split to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Split to Lyon bus from?

Split to Lyon bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, depart from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Where do I catch the Split to Lyon train from?

Split to Lyon train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), depart from Split station.

Train, bus or fly from Split to Lyon?

The best way to get from Split to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs €75 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €70 - €170 and takes 21h, you could also train, which costs €250 - €450 and takes 26h 24m.

Where does the Split to Lyon bus arrive?

Split to Lyon bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, arrive at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Where does the Split to Lyon train arrive?

Split to Lyon train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), arrive at Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.

Can I drive from Split to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Split to Lyon is 1251 km. It takes approximately 13h 21m to drive from Split to Lyon.

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

Book your Split to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3976+ hotels available in Lyon.

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

How to get fromSplit to Lyon

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Split to Lyon by plane, ferry, train, bus, train (Trenitalia), 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 to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
best
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane SPU - LYS
4h 51m
€75–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvorbus Arriva
2. Take the bus from Rijeka bus station to Lyonbus N406
21h
€73–162
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Split to Anconaferry 53
2. Take the train from Ancona to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
4. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part Dieutrain Fr
20h 19m
€199–444
Train
1. Take the train from Split to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train Ic
2. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Ljubljanatrain 318 / ...
3. Take the train from Ljubljana to Villach Hbftrain 38 / ...
4. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Venezia Mestretrain Rjx
5. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Milano Centraletrain Fr
6. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part Dieutrain Fr
26h 24m
€254–444
Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane SPU - GVA
2. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieutrain
7h 19m
€78–281
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
2. Take the train from Luzern to Genèvetrain
3. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
22h 28m
€259–479
Drive 1,251.2 km
1. Drive from Split to Lyoncar 1,251.2 km
13h 21m
€193–279

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

2Weekly Services

20h 19mAverage Duration

€199Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 964.3 km
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Split, Croatia and Lyon, France?

Volotea, Croatia Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Lyon via Rijeka bus station in around 21h.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.