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

The cheapest way to get from Tarragona to Lyon is to bus which costs €55 - €110 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tarragona to Lyon is to bus and fly which takes 5h 25m and costs €55 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Tarragona and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tarragona - Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Tarragona and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Tarragona to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Tarragona and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Tarragona to Lyon?

The distance between Tarragona and Lyon is 742 km. The road distance is 723.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tarragona to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs €85 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Tarragona to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tarragona to Lyon bus from?

Tarragona to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Tarragona - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Tarragona to Lyon train from?

Tarragona to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Tarragona station.

Train or bus from Tarragona to Lyon?

The best way to get from Tarragona to Lyon is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs €85 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €110 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Tarragona to Lyon bus arrive?

Tarragona to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the Tarragona to Lyon train arrive?

Tarragona to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Tarragona to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarragona to Lyon is 723 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Tarragona to Lyon.

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

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Tarragona to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Tarragona to Lyon by train (Renfe), bus, car, or plane

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Tarragona to Barcelona-Santstrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain 9737
7h 18m
€85–145
Bus via L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tarragona to Barcelona Airport El Prat T1bus Prades
2. Take the bus from Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 to Lyon, Perrache Bus Stationbus
11h 15m
€33–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tarragona - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 20m
€55–110
Drive 723.3 km
1. Drive from Tarragona to Lyoncar 723.3 km
6h 46m
€114–165
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Tarragona to Barcelona Airport El Prat T1bus
2. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BCN - LYS
5h 25m
€58–201

Tarragona to Lyon by train (Renfe)

7Weekly Trains

7h 18mAverage Duration

€85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 742 km
Duration: 7h 18m

What companies run services between Tarragona, Spain and Lyon, France?

You can take a train from Tarragona to Lyon Part Dieu via Barcelona-Sants in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Tarragona - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 10h 20m.

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