How to get to Lyon from Biarritz

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Compare coach, train and flight for Biarritz to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Biarritz to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a flight costs an average of £411.

Distance: 566 km

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Compare ways to travel from Biarritz to Lyon

Compare the available ways to get from Biarritz to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Biarritz to Lyon is a coach with an average price of £59.

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

A coach is £100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Biarritz to Lyon costing on average £159.

A coach is £352 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Biarritz to Lyon costing on average £411.

The fastest way to travel from Biarritz to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 1m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 59m.

Coach takes on average 12h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Biarritz and Lyon including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 9m sooner (3h 1m by flight vs 7h 10m by car). Tickets start at around £411 compared to roughly £167 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Biarritz to Lyon

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus95920 · 4751
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  • BlaBlaCar Bus95920 · 4751
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  • Air FranceAF6275
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  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8580 · 6687+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866406)
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  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8540 · 6689
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  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8530 · 6685
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  • Air FranceAF7487 · AF7368
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  • Air FranceAF7487 · AF7370
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  • Air FranceAF7481 · AF7368
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Best day trips from Lyon by train

The most popular day trips by train from Lyon are Paris, Grenoble, Avignon, Saint-Étienne 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 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 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 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: Biarritz 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 Biarritz to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Biarritz and Lyon including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Biarritz to Lyon is a coach with an average price of £59.

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

A coach is £100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Biarritz to Lyon costing on average £159.

A coach is £352 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Biarritz to Lyon costing on average £411.

The fastest way to travel from Biarritz to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 1m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 59m.

Coach takes on average 12h 5m.

The Biarritz to Lyon distance is approximately 566 km.
The average frequency per day from Biarritz to Lyon is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Biarritz 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 Biarritz to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Biarritz Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Biarritz station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque 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 Biarritz to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, Air Baltic, Swiss, Lufthansa, Edelweiss Air, Austrian Airlines, easyJet, CitizenPlane, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Biarritz to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Air France, easyJet, CitizenPlane.
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Biarritz 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 Biarritz 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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