Dublin, Ireland to Lyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dublin, Ireland from Lyon?

The distance from Dublin, Ireland to Lyon is 720.9 miles (1160.2 km) as the crow flies. Lyon is located SE of Dublin, Ireland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 985.8 miles, taking about 24h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Dublin, Ireland is in Ireland, 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dublin, Ireland 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.