Lyon to Northampton, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lyon from Northampton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Lyon to Northampton, United Kingdom is 517.4 miles (832.6 km) as the crow flies. Northampton, United Kingdom is located NNW of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 620.8 miles, taking about 12h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Lyon is in France, while Northampton, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

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. 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 Lyon and Northampton, United Kingdom. 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.