Canterbury to Lyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Canterbury from Lyon?

The distance from Canterbury to Lyon is 418 miles (672.7 km) as the crow flies. Lyon is located SSE of Canterbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 501.6 miles, taking about 10h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Canterbury is in United Kingdom, while Lyon is in France.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Canterbury and Lyon. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.