Lyon to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

568.8 miles 915.4 km · straight line
713.3 miles actual route 1147.9 km · driving distance
12h 29min estimated drive time
€127 - €156 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
69° ENE bearing direction

How far is Lyon from Vienna?

The distance from Lyon to Vienna is 568.8 miles (915.4 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ENE of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 713.3 miles, taking about 12h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Lyon is in France, while Vienna is in Austria.

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. 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 Vienna. 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 Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 29min €127 - €156 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 59min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~16h 14min $86–$250* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lyon & Vienna

Quick Facts

Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 190 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM