Lucca to Lyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lucca from Lyon?

The distance from Lucca to Lyon is 307.8 miles (495.4 km) as the crow flies. Lyon is located WNW of Lucca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.8 miles, taking about 7h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Lucca is in Italy, 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. 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 Lucca 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.