Bristol, United Kingdom to Lyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Lyon?
The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Lyon is 518.7 miles (834.8 km) as the crow flies. Lyon is located SE of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 711.7 miles, taking about 17h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Bristol, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Lyon is in France.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.
Coordinates come from public place data for Bristol, United Kingdom and Lyon. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Bristol, United Kingdom to Lyon
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 173 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
- You could travel this distance about 48 times to circle the Earth's equator