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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Lyon is to bus which costs €80 - €140 and takes 14h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 58m and costs €75 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prague and arriving at Lyon. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Praha-Holesovice and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Dresden Hauptbahnhof, Erfurt Hbf and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 18m.

How far is it from Prague to Lyon?

The distance between Prague and Lyon is 875 km. The road distance is 1053.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Lyon without a car is to bus which takes 14h 50m and costs €80 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Prague to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Lyon bus from?

Prague to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Prague station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Lyon train from?

Prague to Lyon train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha-Holesovice station.

Train, bus or fly from Prague to Lyon?

The best way to get from Prague to Lyon is to fly which takes 4h 58m and costs €75 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 14h 50m, you could also train via Erfurt, which costs €240 - €850 and takes 15h 18m.

Where does the Prague to Lyon bus arrive?

Prague to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Prague to Lyon train arrive?

Prague to Lyon train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Dresden Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Lyon is 1053 km. It takes approximately 9h 47m to drive from Prague to Lyon.

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

Book your Prague to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Prague to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 4086+ hotels available in Lyon.

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There are 7 ways to get from Prague to Lyon by plane, bus, train (TGV), car, or train

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Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane PRG - LYS
4h 58m
€78–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Prague to Lyonbus N1759
14h 50m
€80–140
Train via Erfurt
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82
4. Take the train from Strasbourg to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
15h 18m
€247–810
Drive 1,053.3 km
1. Drive from Prague to Lyoncar 1,053.3 km
9h 47m
€162–234
Train to Dresden Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane DRS - LYS
9h 5m
€191–463
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Offenburgtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
17h 27m
€296–584
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Prague - Florenc Main Bus Terminal to Valence - Central Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Valence Ville to Lyon Jean Macetrain Ter
20h 8m
€120–237

Prague to Lyon by bus

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Distance: 875 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Lyon, France?

easyJet, Volotea, and two other airlines fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) 4 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Prague to Lyon once daily. Tickets cost €85–140 and the journey takes 14h 50m. RegioJet also services this route twice a week.

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