
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 coach as it is the most popular option from Liège to Dijon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £42, while a coach costs an average of £51.
Distance: 371 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£51 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Liège to Dijon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Liège to Dijon:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Liège to Dijon costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Dijon take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 35m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £80 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 9h 5m versus 4h 51m 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 Dijon from Liège by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Liège 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 Liège to Dijon.

This is compared to other travel options from Liège to Dijon:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Liège to Dijon costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Dijon take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 35m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liège and Dijon as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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