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

523.3 miles 842.1 km · straight line
627.9 miles estimated 1010.5 km · driving distance
12h 38min estimated drive time
€112 - €137 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Lyon from Peterborough, United Kingdom?

The distance from Lyon to Peterborough, United Kingdom is 523.3 miles (842.1 km) as the crow flies. Peterborough, United Kingdom is located NNW of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 627.9 miles, taking about 12h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Lyon is in France, while Peterborough, 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 Peterborough, 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.

How to Get from Lyon to Peterborough, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 38min €112 - €137 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 10min $50–$94* Budget
Train ~16h 25min $75–$220* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lyon & Peterborough, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
Peterborough, United Kingdom
52.57°N, 0.25°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 174 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients