Day trip from Dole to Dijon by train
Why visit Dijon for the day?
Dijon is known for mustard, Burgundy wine and a handsome medieval centre. Its timber-framed streets and ducal buildings give the city a refined yet lived-in feel.
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Compare train and coach for Lyon to Dole
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Dole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£38 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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.
Compare ways to travel from Lyon to Dole
Compare the available ways to get from Lyon to Dole, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Dole is a coach with an average price of £14.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Dole:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Dole costing on average £38.
The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Dole is by train with an average journey time of 2h 54m.
Other travel options to Dole take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Dole including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 2h 24m versus 2h 14m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Lyon to Dole
How to get to Dole from Lyon by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Lyon to Dole is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
10:15 2h25 Lyon 12:40 Dole £9 1 One-way 0 changes
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10:15 2h25 Lyon 12:40 Dole £9 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
10:15 2h25 Lyon 12:40 Dole £9 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
11:15 2h25 Lyon 13:40 Dole £13 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Dole by train
The most popular day trips by train from Dole are Dijon, Besançon, Lyon, Beaune and Chalon-sur-Saône. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Dole on Omio.
Day trip from Dole to Besançon by train
Why visit Besançon for the day?
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.
Day trip from Dole to Lyon by train
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.
Day trip from Dole to Beaune by train
Why visit Beaune for the day?
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.
Day trip from Dole to Chalon-sur-Saône by train
Why visit Chalon-sur-Saône for the day?
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.
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FAQs: Lyon to Dole
Travel to Dole 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 Dole.
There are 2 options to travel between Lyon and Dole including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Dole is a coach with an average price of £14.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Dole:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Dole costing on average £38.
The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Dole is by train with an average journey time of 2h 54m.
Other travel options to Dole take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 28m.
The Lyon to Dole distance is approximately 158 km.
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Dole is:
- Around 11 trains per day.
- Around 1 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Dole as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Dole:
- Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Dole station.
- Coaches mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Dole, Parking du Péage de Dole.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Dole, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Dole by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Dole by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Dole:
- 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Dole often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Ajaccio, Bastia, Paris, Nice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dole and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lyon to Dole, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
For a comprehensive visit to Dole, you should plan for 1 to 2 days to explore its historic sites, such as the birthplace of Louis Pasteur, the Collegiale Notre-Dame, and the charming old town.
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