How to get to Edinburgh from Lyon

There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Edinburgh including taking a train, coach and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Edinburgh is a coach with an average price of £122.

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

A coach is £273 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Edinburgh costing on average £395.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 24m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Coach takes on average 26h 26m.

The Lyon to Edinburgh distance is approximately 1265 km.

The average frequency per day from Lyon to Edinburgh is:

• Around 40 flights per day.
• Around 20 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Edinburgh:

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
• Coaches mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Edinburgh, Drum Brae South.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, BA Euroflyer, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Vueling, Air Baltic, British Airways, easyJet, Edelweiss Air to go to Edinburgh by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Edinburgh by coach.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Edinburgh:

• 0 direct flights per day with easyJet.

Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Paris, Inverness, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Edinburgh and these popular destinations at a great price.

To get from Lyon to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.

To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.