How to get from Brussels to Lyon
- 566 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 20m
- 6 train departures a day with SNCF
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 20m
direct
Flight
€144
Cheapest
9h 50m
direct
Bus
€39
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 1 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Brussels to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 566 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €39, on Sat, Sep 19.
This fare comes from a search on October 1, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
566 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €144Checked Oct 1 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €80Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 4h 06mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €20Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 9h 50mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€144Checked Oct 11h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€80Omio catalogue, Oct 34h 06m · directSee Train details
- Bus€20Omio catalogue, Oct 39h 50m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Brussels to Lyon: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Brussels Airport → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight
Brussels Airlines·1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Flight prices by day, Brussels to Lyon
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€63November 2026
€62Departures from Brussels to Lyon
SNCF runs 6 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:55 and the last at 17:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNCFtrain | 6 | 05:55 | 17:55 |
| FlixBusbus | 5 | 13:55 | 20:15 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 24 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
Brussels AirlinesBrussels Airport-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
BlaBlaCar BusBrussels Midi-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →
SNCFBruxelles Midi-LyonBook →On this route you travel with Brussels Airlines, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Brussels to Lyon works
Start with a Brussels Airlines flight from Brussels to Lyon, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €144 over 1h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Brussels to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Brussels to Lyon?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first train from Brussels to Lyon?
The first train with SNCF leaves at 05:55 and the last at 17:55, from Bruxelles Midi, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Brussels to Lyon?
6 a day with SNCF, between 05:55 and 17:55.
Which station does the train from Brussels to Lyon leave from?
Bruxelles Midi with SNCF, according to the published timetable.
When is the first bus from Brussels to Lyon?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 13:55 and the last at 20:15, from Bruxelles Midi, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Brussels to Lyon?
5 a day with FlixBus, between 13:55 and 20:15.
Which station does the bus from Brussels to Lyon leave from?
Bruxelles Midi with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Lyon from Brussels?
About 566 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Brussels to Lyon cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €144. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Brussels to Lyon?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 20m.
How long is the flight from Brussels to Lyon?
About 1h 20m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Brussels and Lyon?
Brussels is BRU and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written BRU to LYS.
Which operators run Brussels to Lyon?
On this route you travel with Brussels Airlines, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF.
Can you get from Brussels to Lyon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 47m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Lyon?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Brussels Airlines
Route calculated: 1 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 1 Oct 2026