Lyon to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

564.9 miles 909.1 km · straight line
677.9 miles estimated 1090.9 km · driving distance
13h 38min estimated drive time
€121 - €148 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Lyon from Nottingham?

The distance from Lyon to Nottingham is 564.9 miles (909.1 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located NNW of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 677.9 miles, taking about 13h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Lyon is in France, while Nottingham 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 Nottingham. 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.

How to Get from Lyon to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 38min €121 - €148 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 22min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~17h 43min $81–$237* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lyon & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
Nottingham
52.95°N, 1.16°W
Europe/London
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 188 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients