How to get to Lyon from Ljubljana

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Compare coach and flight for Ljubljana to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £86 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £86, while a flight costs an average of £425.

Distance: 748 km

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£425

Average Price

£86

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Cheapest

£285

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5h 48m

Average total duration

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3h 48m

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15h 58m

Average total duration

15h 28m

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30m

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8h 50m

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(door-to-door)

2.2 - 4.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Lyon is a coach with an average price of £86.

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

A coach is £339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Lyon costing on average £425.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 48m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Coach takes on average 15h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ljubljana and Lyon including taking a coach 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 5h 2m sooner (3h 48m by flight vs 8h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £425 compared to roughly £285 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 Ljubljana to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:3517h50
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    13:25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £551One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:3517h50
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    13:25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £551One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1697 · LH2250
    13:203h45
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    17:05Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    £3581One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:3019h35
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    9:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £671One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:2515h40
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    15:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £771One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:5019h20
    Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja
    21:10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £791One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO622 · LO345
    5:305h15
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    10:45Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    £1511One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY2623 · VY1220
    21:3511h30
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    9:05Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    £1991One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH1463 · LH1076
    6:257h05
    Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    13:30Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    £2251One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Lyon by bus

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

A view of Grenoble

Day trip from Lyon to Grenoble by bus

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 Paris

Day trip from Lyon to Paris by bus

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 Saint-Étienne

Day trip from Lyon to Saint-Étienne by bus

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 bus

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 bus

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: Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Ljubljana and Lyon including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ljubljana to Lyon is a coach with an average price of £86.

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

A coach is £339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Lyon costing on average £425.

The fastest way to travel from Ljubljana to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 48m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Coach takes on average 15h 58m.

The Ljubljana to Lyon distance is approximately 748 km.
The average frequency per day from Ljubljana to Lyon is:
  • Around 35 flights per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ljubljana to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja 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 Ljubljana to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Lyon by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ljubljana to Lyon:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Lyon, you can choose from several travel options including coach 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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