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Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
5.0961 reviews3h
from €33
Check availabilityWays to travel from Rotterdam to Lyon
Typical journey times and the lowest fares we found for each way to travel.
Journey times and fares come from Omio's route data, last checked on October 12, 2026. Prices change often and depend on your travel date. We may earn a commission if you book through our links, at no extra cost to you.
Good to know
- Over land, the quickest option is the train, at about 5h 56m.
- By train the journey takes about 5h 56m, with fares from €75; by bus it takes about 13h 45m, with fares from €28.
- Some connections include a change of train or bus. Omio shows the exact timetable and any changes before you book.
- The flight time covers the flight itself. Allow extra time to reach the airports and pass security, which can make ground transport just as fast on shorter routes.
Top tours and experiences in Lyon
The tours and tickets travellers book most, with ratings and reviews from Viator.
Lyon Small-Group Food Tour with Wine & Full Meal by Do Eat Better
4.9822 reviews3h 30m
from €84
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Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 5 Authentic Dishes & Fine Wine
4.9817 reviews3h 30m
from €86
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Lyon Sunset Food Tour & Wine -Taste of France by Do Eat Better
4.9473 reviews3h 30m
from €86
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Where to stay in Lyon
Hotels close to the centre of Lyon, from budget to luxury. Prices are typical nightly rates at our last check.
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About Lyon
Lyon is France's gastronomic capital, where two rivers meet and centuries of culinary tradition thrive. Beyond world-famous bouchons, discover Renaissance old town, Roman theaters, and cutting-edge contemporary art.
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Return journey
More routes from Rotterdam
Rotterdam to Paris
Train · 2h 41m · Bus from €14
Rotterdam to London
Flight · 55m · Flight from €17
Rotterdam to Brussels
Train · 1h 8m · Bus from €7
Rotterdam to Amsterdam
Train · 43m · Bus from €4
Rotterdam to Antwerp
Train · 32m · Bus from €7
Rotterdam to Ghent
Train · 1h 24m · Bus from €10
Rotterdam to Berlin
Flight · 3h 35m · Bus from €15
Rotterdam to Prague
Flight · 1h 15m · Flight from €17
More routes to Lyon
Paris to Lyon
Flight · 1h 5m · Bus from €8
Barcelona to Lyon
Train · 5h 6m · Bus from €22
Geneva to Lyon
Bus · 1h 10m · Bus from €7
Milan to Lyon
Flight · 1h · Bus from €19
Brussels to Lyon
Train · 3h 47m · Bus from €17
Nice to Lyon
Flight · 1h · Bus from €15
Madrid to Lyon
Flight · 5h 19m · Bus from €30
Marseille to Lyon
Flight · 55m · Bus from €10
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers based on current route data.
How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Lyon?+
The quickest option is usually by plane, which takes about 1h 25m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Lyon?+
The cheapest fares are usually by bus, from around €28. Prices depend on the date and how early you book.
Is there a train from Rotterdam to Lyon?+
Yes. Omio lists train connections from Rotterdam to Lyon, with a typical journey time of about 5h 56m. Some connections may include a change.
Is there a bus from Rotterdam to Lyon?+
Yes. Buses run from Rotterdam to Lyon, with a typical journey time of about 13h 45m and fares from around €28.
