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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Alicante is to bus via Barcelona which costs €85 - €160 and takes 16h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Alicante is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs €70 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Alicante?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station station and arriving at Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Alicante?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Alicante. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Alacant/Alicante Terminal via Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

How far is it from Lyon to Alicante?

The distance between Lyon and Alicante is 982 km. The road distance is 1133.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Alicante without a car is to train which takes 11h 13m and costs €150 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Lyon to Alicante, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Alicante bus from?

Lyon to Alicante bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Alicante train from?

Lyon to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to Alicante?

The best way to get from Lyon to Alicante is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs €70 - €260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €150 - €240 and takes 11h 13m, you could also bus via Barcelona, which costs €85 - €160 and takes 16h 30m.

Where does the Lyon to Alicante bus arrive?

Lyon to Alicante bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where does the Lyon to Alicante train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Alicante?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Alicante is 1133 km. It takes approximately 11h to drive from Lyon to Alicante.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Alicante?

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There are 8 ways to get from Lyon to Alicante by plane, train (Renfe), bus, car, or train

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Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport
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1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane LYS - ALC
5h 7m
€72–251
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Santstrain 9742
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Eur / ...
11h 13m
€154–237
Bus via Barcelona
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus
2. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacantbus ALSA - Manre-Ejid / ...
16h 30m
€87–153
Drive 1,133.3 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Alicantecar 1,133.3 km
11h
€178–257
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Alicante-Elche Airport
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane GVA - ALC
7h 7m
€100–295
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Alicante-Elche Airport
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane MRS - ALC
6h 9m
€94–279
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Valencia Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Valencia Airport (VLC)plane LYS - VLC
2. Take the train from Estació del Nord to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain
7h 45m
€112–276
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacantbus BlaBlaCar Bus
17h
€100–190

Lyon to Alicante by train (Renfe)

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Distance: 981.7 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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

Volotea, easyJet, and Vueling Airlines fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Alacant/Alicante Terminal via Barcelona-Sants in around 11h 13m.

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