How to get to Lyon from Antwerp

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Compare coach, train and flight for Antwerp to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £58, while a flight costs an average of £375.

Distance: 609 km

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£60

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£58

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£375

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£148

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(fuel + tolls)

11h 56m

Average total duration

11h 26m

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30m

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5h 11m

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4h 41m

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4h 42m

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2h 42m

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7h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Lyon is a train with an average price of £58.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Lyon:

A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Antwerp to Lyon costing on average £60.

A train is £302 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Lyon costing on average £359.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 11m.

Coach takes on average 11h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Antwerp and Lyon including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £148 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £88. The journey takes 11h 26m versus 7h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Antwerp to Lyon

How to get to Lyon from Antwerp by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Antwerp to Lyon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    23:4011h40
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    11:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    23:4011h40
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    11:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • British AirwaysBA387 · BA362
    15:105h45
    Brussels Airport
    20:55Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    £4261One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • SNCB3334+Eurostar9346+TER17779
    12:4010h04
    Antwerp-Central
    22:44Lyon Part Dieu
    £1651One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCB3328+Eurostar9310+TER17773
    6:3910h05
    Antwerp-Central
    16:44Lyon Part Dieu
    £1651One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCB1979+Eurostar9420+TER17775
    7:5810h45
    Antwerp-Central
    18:43Lyon Part Dieu
    £1651One-way
    2 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51094
    21:0512h10
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    9:15Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £491One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus83133
    15:4012h25
    Antwerpen, P+R Luchtbal
    4:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £491One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1658 · 83133
    16:0512h00
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    4:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • British AirwaysBA385 · BA362
    10:4010h15
    Brussels Airport
    20:55Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    £9751One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Lyon by train

The most popular day trips by train from Lyon are Paris, Grenoble, Saint-Étienne, Avignon and Annecy. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lyon on Omio.

A view of Paris

Day trip from Lyon to Paris by train

Why visit Paris for the day?

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.

A view of Grenoble

Day trip from Lyon to Grenoble by train

Why visit Grenoble for the day?

Grenoble is an Alpine city known for its universities, research centres and lively student life. Set between three mountain ranges, it combines a compact old town with a practical, outdoors-focused character.

A view of Saint-Étienne

Day trip from Lyon to Saint-Étienne by train

Why visit Saint-Étienne for the day?

Saint-Étienne is known for its industrial heritage, design scene and deep football culture. Former mining and manufacturing districts sit alongside student life, modern cultural venues and quick access to the Pilat countryside.

A view of Avignon

Day trip from Lyon to Avignon by train

Why visit Avignon for the day?

Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.

A view of Annecy

Day trip from Lyon to Annecy by train

Why visit Annecy for the day?

Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.

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FAQs: Antwerp to Lyon

Travel to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Lyon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Antwerp and Lyon including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Lyon is a train with an average price of £58.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Lyon:

A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Antwerp to Lyon costing on average £60.

A train is £318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp to Lyon costing on average £375.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 11m.

Coach takes on average 11h 56m.

The Antwerp to Lyon distance is approximately 609 km.
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Lyon is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 18 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp and Lyon as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Lyon by coach.
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Vueling, BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways to go to Lyon by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Antwerp to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Air Baltic, Eurowings, Avion Express Malta.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Antwerp to Lyon, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, a renowned market for gourmet food, or take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône. Discover the traboules in Vieux Lyon, attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon, and visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon's Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or's zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, and Place Bellecour for shopping and dining.
For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore its historic sites, vibrant culinary scene, and cultural attractions.

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