How to get to Lyon from Warsaw

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Compare train, coach and flight for Warsaw to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £101 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.4 - 3.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £101, while a flight costs an average of £555.

Distance: 1378 km

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£555

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£294

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Compare ways to travel from Warsaw to Lyon

Compare the available ways to get from Warsaw to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Warsaw to Lyon is a coach with an average price of £101.

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

A coach is £193 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Lyon costing on average £294.

A coach is £454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Lyon costing on average £555.

The fastest way to travel from Warsaw to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 14m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 20h 20m.

Coach takes on average 28h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Warsaw and Lyon including taking a train, 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 11h 36m sooner (4h 14m by flight vs 15h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £555 compared to roughly £276 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 Warsaw to Lyon

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

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

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  • KLMKL1314 · KL1427
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Best day trips from Lyon by train

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

A view of Paris

Day trip from Lyon to Paris by train

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 Grenoble

Day trip from Lyon to Grenoble by train

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 Avignon

Day trip from Lyon to Avignon by train

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 Saint-Étienne

Day trip from Lyon to Saint-Étienne by train

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 Annecy

Day trip from Lyon to Annecy by train

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: Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Warsaw and Lyon including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Warsaw to Lyon is a coach with an average price of £101.

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

A coach is £193 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Lyon costing on average £294.

A coach is £454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Lyon costing on average £555.

The fastest way to travel from Warsaw to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 14m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 20h 20m.

Coach takes on average 28h 18m.

The Warsaw to Lyon distance is approximately 1378 km.
The average frequency per day from Warsaw to Lyon is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 23 coaches per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Warsaw and Lyon 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 Warsaw to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Warsaw Chopin Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Warsaw Central and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni 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 Warsaw to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France, Turkish Airlines, Sas Airways, Qatar Airways, British Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Iberia, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lyon by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Warsaw to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines.
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Sindbad.
Omio customers who travel from Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Lyon, you can choose from several travel options including train, 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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