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

The cheapest way to get from Darmstadt to Lyon is to bus which costs €55 - €90 and takes 10h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darmstadt to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs €130 - €330.

Is there a direct bus between Darmstadt and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Darmstadt and arriving at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Darmstadt and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Darmstadt to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Lyon Perrache via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Darmstadt to Lyon?

The distance between Darmstadt and Lyon is 595 km. The road distance is 637.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs €130 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Darmstadt to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Lyon bus from?

Darmstadt to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Darmstadt station.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Lyon train from?

Darmstadt to Lyon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Darmstadt to Lyon?

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs €130 - €330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €130 - €230 and takes 8h 3m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €90 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Darmstadt to Lyon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Darmstadt to Lyon train arrive?

Darmstadt to Lyon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Darmstadt to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Darmstadt to Lyon is 638 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Darmstadt to Lyon.

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

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

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Fly from Frankfurt
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane FRA - LYS
4h 36m
€133–326
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darmstadt to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 45m
€55–90
Train
1. Take the train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 13 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Lyon Perrachetrain Tgv
8h 3m
€133–228
Drive 637.8 km
1. Drive from Darmstadt to Lyoncar 637.8 km
6h 17m
€103–148
Train, train to Strasbourg International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain
3. Fly from Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane SXB - LYS
6h 17m
€150–417
Train via Heidelberg
1. Take the train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
2. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain S3 / ...
3. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83 / ...
4. Take the train from Strasbourg to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
8h 23m
€118–275
Bus via Frankfurt
1. Take the bus from FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Hbf Südseite - Pforzheimer Str. to LYON, Lyon - Perrache - poziom górny Abus
11h 28m
€100–126

Darmstadt to Lyon by train

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Distance: 595.1 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Darmstadt, Germany and Lyon, France?

Lufthansa, Airbus France, and three other airlines fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Lyon Perrache via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 8h 3m.

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