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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, while a flight costs an average of £284.
Distance: 619 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price | £284 Average Price | £169 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 6m Average total duration 10h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bruges to Lyon:
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Lyon costing on average £100.
A coach is £235 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruges to Lyon costing on average £284.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 40m.
Coach takes on average 11h 6m.
Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £169 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £120. The journey takes 10h 36m versus 6h 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.
How to get to Lyon from Bruges by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bruges to Lyon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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This is compared to other travel options from Bruges to Lyon:
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Lyon costing on average £100.
A coach is £235 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruges to Lyon costing on average £284.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 40m.
Coach takes on average 11h 6m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bruges and Lyon as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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