Lyon to Nuremberg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

386.4 miles 621.8 km · straight line
500.1 miles actual route 804.8 km · driving distance
8h 2min estimated drive time
€89 - €109 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Lyon from Nuremberg?

The distance from Lyon to Nuremberg is 386.4 miles (621.8 km) as the crow flies. Nuremberg is located NE of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 500.1 miles, taking about 8h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Lyon is in France, while Nuremberg is in Germany.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lyon and Nuremberg. 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 Nuremberg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 2min €89 - €109 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 38min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~7h 38min $60–$175* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lyon & Nuremberg

Quick Facts

Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
Nuremberg
49.45°N, 11.08°E
Europe/Berlin
309m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 129 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 64.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM