Lille to Lyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

346 miles 556.8 km · straight line
429.7 miles actual route 691.6 km · driving distance
6h 59min estimated drive time
€76 - €94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
166° SSE bearing direction

How far is Lille from Lyon?

The distance from Lille to Lyon is 346 miles (556.8 km) as the crow flies. Lyon is located SSE of Lille. By car, the driving distance is approximately 429.7 miles, taking about 6h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lille 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 Lille to Lyon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 59min €76 - €94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 23min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~6h 38min $52–$150* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Lille
50.63°N, 3.06°E
Europe/Paris
20m 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 115 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 72 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM