Lyon to Norwich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lyon from Norwich?

The distance from Lyon to Norwich is 500.5 miles (805.4 km) as the crow flies. Norwich is located NNW of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 600.6 miles, taking about 12h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Lyon is in France, while Norwich 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 Norwich. 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.