Davos to Lyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

249.3 miles 401.2 km · straight line
311.6 miles estimated 501.5 km · driving distance
6h 16min estimated drive time
CHF 60 - CHF 74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
255° WSW bearing direction

How far is Davos from Lyon?

The distance from Davos to Lyon is 249.3 miles (401.2 km) as the crow flies. Lyon is located WSW of Davos. By car, the driving distance is approximately 311.6 miles, taking about 6h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Davos is in Switzerland, while Lyon is in France.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Davos 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.

How to Get from Davos to Lyon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 16min CHF 60 - CHF 74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 31min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 57min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davos & Lyon

Quick Facts

Davos
46.80°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1560m elevation
Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients