There are 7 ways to get from Vienna to Villefontaine by plane, train, bus or car
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Recommended option
Fly to Lyon, train • 5h 33m
85€ - 436€
Cheapest option
Bus via Prague • 24h 38m
48€ - 94€
5 alternative options
Fly to Geneva, train • 7h 40m
135€ - 276€
Train • 13h 53m
151€ - 220€
Train via Zürich • 14h 28m
267€ - 423€
Bus • 20h 23m
63€ - 82€
Drive • 10h 52m
120€ - 190€
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International entry into France from Austria
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
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Conditions of entry into France from Austria
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Yes, entry into France is currently allowed from Austria.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
- Nationwide control measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Villefontaine is 800 130 000.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Villefontaine is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Villefontaine is 1 metre.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 130 000.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Austria from France.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 23 Jan 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Villefontaine is to bus which costs 60€ - 85€ and takes 20h 23m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Villefontaine is to fly and train which costs 85€ - 440€ and takes 5h 33m.
No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Villefontaine. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at La Verpilliere via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 53m.
The distance between Vienna and Villefontaine is 899 km. The road distance is 1144.8 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Villefontaine without a car is to train which takes 13h 53m and costs 150€ - 220€.
It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Vienna to Villefontaine, including transfers.
Vienna to Villefontaine train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Villefontaine is to train which takes 13h 53m and costs 150€ - 220€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 60€ - 85€ and takes 20h 23m.
The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Lyon Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 5m.
Vienna to Villefontaine train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
- Distance: 898.9 km
- Duration: 5h 33m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Villefontaine, France?
You can take a train from Vienna to Villefontaine via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Lyon Part Dieu in around 13h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vienna to Villefontaine via Sankt Pölten, Sankt Pölten, Mariazeller Str., Lyon, Lyon Perrache, Lyon-Perrache, Grange Blanche, and Grange Blanche in around 20h 23m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Vienna to Lyon via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Tuesday and Wednesday
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 550€
Flights from Vienna to Geneva via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 140€ - 380€
Flights from Vienna to Geneva via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 80€ - 300€
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- 90€ - 350€
Flights from Vienna to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 80€ - 300€
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Vienna to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 80€ - 300€
Flights from Vienna to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- 70€ - 330€
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Vienna to Lyon via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- When
- Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 400€
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Vienna to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 150€
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to La Verpilliere
- Ave. Duration
- 18 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 5€ - 17€
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- 5€ - 9€
- Rail 1st Class
- 12€ - 17€
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Lyon-Part-Dieu to La Verpillière
- Ave. Duration
- 18 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 15€ - 28€
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 90€
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Zürich HB to Genève
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 46m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 75€ - 140€
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 21m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 170€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 50m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 130€ - 180€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Wien Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 11m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 45€
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
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
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 59m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 100€ - 150€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 100€ - 130€
- 1st Class
- 120€ - 150€
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 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna, Vienna Central Station to Sankt Pölten, Sankt Pölten, Mariazeller Str.
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- 6€ - 8€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Sankt Pölten, Sankt Pölten, Mariazeller Str. to Lyon, Lyon Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 65€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Prague, Florenc to Lyon, Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 18h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 55€ - 70€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Vienna, Hbf to Prague, ÚAN Florenc
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- 10€ - 15€
- Website
- RegioJet
Bus from Prague, ÚAN Florenc to Lyon, de Perrache - Galerie A
- Ave. Duration
- 17h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 50€
- Website
- RegioJet
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Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Villefontaine is 1145 km. It takes approximately 10h 52m to drive from Vienna to Villefontaine.
Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa and KLM offer flights from Vienna Airport to Lyon Airport.
Book your Vienna to Villefontaine train tickets online with Omio and Omio.
There are 99+ hotels available in Villefontaine. Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to line 9011 train which takes 16 min and costs 12€.