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 €65 - €120 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 €120 - €270.

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 three times a day, 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 Part Dieu via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

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 via Karlsruhe which takes 7h 47m and costs €130 - €320.

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 €120 - €270. Alternatively, you can train via Karlsruhe, which costs €130 - €320 and takes 7h 47m, you could also bus, which costs €65 - €120 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Darmstadt to Lyon?

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

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Fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane FRA - LYS
4h 36m
€128–267
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darmstadt to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 45m
€65–120
Train via Karlsruhe
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 Part Dieutrain Tgv
7h 47m
€134–313
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Darmstadt central train station to Mulhousebus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Lyon Part Dieutrain 84
9h 24m
€92–174
Drive 637.8 km
1. Drive from Darmstadt to Lyoncar 637.8 km
6h 17m
€99–143
Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane FRA - GVA
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain
7h 20m
€162–341
Train
1. Take the train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
7h 59m
€137–324

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, Air Dolomiti, and Lufthansa City fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Lyon Part Dieu via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 7h 47m.

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