
Day trip from Dijon to Lyon by bus
Why visit Lyon for the day?
Lyon is known for its gastronomy, silk heritage and the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon. Set between the Rhône and Saône, it balances historic districts with a modern cultural scene.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Dijon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 243 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£50 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Grenoble to Dijon:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Dijon costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Dijon take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 50m.
Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £26. The journey takes 3h 15m versus 2h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Dijon from Grenoble by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Grenoble to Dijon 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 bus from Dijon are Lyon, Paris, Beaune, Chalon-sur-Saône and Besançon. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Dijon on Omio.

Lyon is known for its gastronomy, silk heritage and the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon. Set between the Rhône and Saône, it balances historic districts with a modern cultural scene.

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.

Beaune is the wine capital of Burgundy, centred on a compact old town with the Hospices de Beaune at its heart. Renowned vineyards, medieval streets and a strong food-and-wine culture give it a calm, elegant character.

Chalon-sur-Saône is a riverside Burgundy city best known as the birthplace of photography pioneer Nicéphore Niépce. Its compact historic centre, Romanesque sites and Saône quays give it a relaxed character shaped by trade, wine and local culture.

Besançon is known for Vauban’s Citadel, its watchmaking past and the Doubs looping around the old town. Riverside streets, pale stone buildings and Franche-Comté culture give the city a calm, thoughtful feel.
Travel to Dijon 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 Grenoble to Dijon.

This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Dijon:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Dijon costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Dijon take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 50m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Grenoble and Dijon as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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