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Next departures to Lyon

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Südbahnhof
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Lyon
    Destination location: Perrache
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon

Average PriceUS$35 - US$175Average Duration12h 25m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$46 - US$141Average Duration12h 58m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$32 - US$75Average Duration7h 40m
24kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
7h 40mAverage Duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Train Frankfurt am Main to Lyon: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$82
Average train trip duration12h 58m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure3:37pm
Distance563 km
Latest train departure11:03pm

Frankfurt am Main to Lyon Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Lyon

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon cost?

    The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon is US$82. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

    A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Lyon is around 12h 58m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 564 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Lyon?

    The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

    Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Lyon leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Perrache, Lyon Airport, Lyon Part-Dieu.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Frankfurt am Main and Lyon is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Lyon.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lyon you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Frankfurt am Main and Lyon compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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