What is the distance between Dortmund and Lyon?

About 416 miles (670 km) separate Dortmund and Lyon.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dortmund to Lyon?

If you're headed to Lyon from Dortmund, chances are that your bus will leave from Dortmund Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Perrache. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, Walk along the Rhône, Institut Lumière, Le Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation and The Old Town.

Bus Dortmund to Lyon from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Dortmund to Lyon on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Dortmund	18h 15m	12:55pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	6:25pm	Dortmund	15h 25m	9:50am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	5:05am	Dortmund	18h 10m	11:15pm	Perrache	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Dortmund	14h 5m	4:45am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Dortmund	18h 15m	12:55pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Dortmund to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

9hAverage Duration

415 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $149	Average Duration16h 35m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$75 - $86	Average Duration9h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,384 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,143 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Dortmund and Lyon?

Stops in Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
B
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
Visit page
B
Lyon Airport
Visit page
C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France
E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Visit page

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dortmund to Lyon by bus

What is the distance between Dortmund and Lyon?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dortmund to Lyon?
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?