Lyon to Malmö: Road Trip Guide & Distance

767 miles 1234.4 km · straight line
1036.1 miles actual route 1667.4 km · driving distance
16h 45min estimated drive time
€184 - €227 estimated fuel cost
~2h 3min flight time
25° NNE bearing direction

How far is Lyon from Malmö?

The distance from Lyon to Malmö is 767 miles (1234.4 km) as the crow flies. Malmö is located NNE of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1036.1 miles, taking about 16h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 3min. Lyon is in France, while Malmö is in Sweden.

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 Lyon and Malmö. 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 Lyon to Malmö

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 45min €184 - €227 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 6min $83–$155* Budget
Train ~21h 47min $124–$363* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lyon & Malmö

Quick Facts

Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
Malmö
55.60°N, 13.00°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 256 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 64 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM