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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Arnhem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £108 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £108, while a flight costs an average of £493.
Distance: 697 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£218 Average Price | £493 Average Price | £108 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 47m Average total duration 14h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Arnhem:
A coach is £111 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Arnhem costing on average £218.
A coach is £386 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Arnhem costing on average £493.
Other travel options to Arnhem take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 55m.
Coach takes on average 14h 47m.
You'll arrive about 2h 42m sooner (6h 25m by train vs 9h 7m by car). Tickets start at around £218 compared to roughly £172 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Arnhem from Lyon by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Lyon to Arnhem 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 Arnhem are Nijmegen, Amsterdam, Utrecht, Emmerich am Rhein and Rotterdam. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Arnhem on Omio.
Nijmegen is the Netherlands' oldest city, known for Roman history, a lively student scene and its setting on the River Waal. Historic streets, green parks and busy cafés give it an easy-going character.
Amsterdam is known for its canals, gabled houses and strong artistic heritage. Its compact centre mixes historic streets with a relaxed, bike-friendly atmosphere.
Utrecht is known for its canal wharves, medieval centre and the Dom Tower above a lively old city. Its large student population gives historic streets, cafés and museums an energetic but relaxed feel.
Emmerich am Rhein is a Lower Rhine town on the Dutch border, known for its wide Rhine frontage and the striking Rheinbrücke Emmerich. Its relaxed atmosphere comes from the river promenade, cross-border character and long trading history.
Rotterdam is a modern Dutch port city known for striking post-war architecture and a confident, creative feel. Landmarks such as the Erasmusbrug, Cube Houses and Markthal sit alongside a busy waterfront and lively cultural scene.
Travel to Arnhem 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 Lyon to Arnhem.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Arnhem:
A coach is £111 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Arnhem costing on average £218.
A coach is £386 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Arnhem costing on average £493.
Other travel options to Arnhem take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 55m.
Coach takes on average 14h 47m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Arnhem as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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