Lyon to Pisa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

307.3 miles 494.6 km · straight line
384.2 miles estimated 618.3 km · driving distance
7h 44min estimated drive time
€68 - €84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
115° ESE bearing direction

How far is Lyon from Pisa?

The distance from Lyon to Pisa is 307.3 miles (494.6 km) as the crow flies. Pisa is located ESE of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.2 miles, taking about 7h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Lyon is in France, while Pisa is in Italy.

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 Pisa. 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 Pisa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 44min €68 - €84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 17min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~7h 21min $46–$134* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lyon & Pisa

Quick Facts

Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
Pisa
43.72°N, 10.40°E
Europe/Rome
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 102 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 81 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients