Lyon to Tenerife: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1680.4 miles 2704.3 km · straight line
1201.5 miles actual route 1933.6 km · driving distance
20h 48min estimated drive time
€214 - €263 estimated fuel cost
~3h 53min flight time
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Lyon from Tenerife?

The distance from Lyon to Tenerife is 1680.4 miles (2704.3 km) as the crow flies. Tenerife is located SW of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1201.5 miles, taking about 20h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 53min. Lyon is in France, while Tenerife is in Spain.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 48min €214 - €263 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 58min $96–$180* Budget
Train ~27h 2min $144–$421* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lyon & Tenerife

Quick Facts

Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
Tenerife
28.29°N, 16.63°W
Atlantic/Canary
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 560 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 140 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 14.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM