What is the cheapest way to get from l'Escala to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from l'Escala to Lyon is to bus which costs €50 - €90 and takes 9h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from l'Escala to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from l'Escala to Lyon is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between l'Escala and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from l'Escala to Lyon station. However, there are services departing from L'Escala Pobla Sec and arriving at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station via Girona, Estació d'Autobusos and Girona Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between l'Escala and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from l'Escala to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Flassa and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Girona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from l'Escala to Lyon?

The distance between l'Escala and Lyon is 607 km. The road distance is 528.6 km.

How do I travel from l'Escala to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from l'Escala to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs €75 - €180.

How long does it take to get from l'Escala to Lyon?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from l'Escala to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the l'Escala to Lyon bus from?

l'Escala to Lyon bus services, operated by Moventis, depart from L'Escala Pobla Sec station.

Where do I catch the l'Escala to Lyon train from?

l'Escala to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Girona station.

Train or bus from l'Escala to Lyon?

The best way to get from l'Escala to Lyon is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs €75 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €90 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the l'Escala to Lyon bus arrive?

l'Escala to Lyon bus services, operated by Moventis, arrive at Girona, Estació d'Autobusos station.

Where does the l'Escala to Lyon train arrive?

l'Escala to Lyon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from l'Escala to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between l'Escala to Lyon is 529 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from l'Escala to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3933+ hotels available in Lyon.

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There are 5 ways to get from l'Escala to Lyon by train (Renfe, TGV), train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Girona to Lyon Part Dieutrain 9737
6h 23m
€76–171
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Port-Bou to Perpignantrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Perpignan - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 21m
€46–88
Drive 528.6 km
1. Drive from l'Escala to Lyoncar 528.6 km
5h 1m
€86–124
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Flassa to Barcelona-Paseo De Graciatrain
2. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BCN - LYS
7h 23m
€64–234
Bus
1. Take the bus from L'Escala Pobla Sec to Girona, Estació d'Autobusosbus 11
2. Take the bus from Girona Airport to Lyon, Perrache Bus Stationbus
9h 51m
€55–90

l'Escala to Lyon by bus and train

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Distance: 607.3 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between l'Escala, Catalonia, Spain and Lyon, France?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Girona to Lyon Part Dieu twice daily. Tickets cost €70–110 and the journey takes 4h 22m. TGV inOui also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from L'Escala Pobla Sec to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station via Girona, Estació d'Autobusos and Girona Airport in around 9h 51m.

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