How to get from Lyon to Amsterdam
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Lyon to Amsterdam. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 44m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 735 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
735 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €65Checked Sep 8 | 1h 44mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €96Older observation | 7h 35m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €36Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 13h 15m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€65Checked Sep 81h 44m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€96Older observation7h 35m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€36Omio catalogue, Sep 813h 15m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Lyon to Amsterdam: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Lyon Saint-Exupéry → Amsterdam Schipholflight1h 44m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Lyon to Amsterdam
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€62October 2026
€63Departures from Lyon to Amsterdam
FlixBus runs 4 scheduled departures a day, the first at 15:55 and the last at 18:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 4 | 15:55 | 18:55 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 23 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusLyon-Brussels, Brussels-AmsterdamBook →
KLMLyon Saint-Exupéry-Amsterdam SchipholSee live options and dates →
SNCFLyon-BrusselsBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, KLM, SNCF; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Lyon to Amsterdam works
Start with a flight from Lyon to Amsterdam, about 1h 44m. In total it's roughly €65 over 1h 44m, direct, no transfers.
Lyon to Amsterdam: common questions
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Amsterdam?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 44m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Amsterdam from Lyon?
About 735 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Lyon to Amsterdam cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €53 to €78. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Lyon to Amsterdam?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 44m.
How long is the flight from Lyon to Amsterdam?
About 1h 44m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Lyon and Amsterdam?
Lyon is LYS and Amsterdam is AMS, so this route is usually written LYS to AMS.
Which operators run Lyon to Amsterdam?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, KLM, SNCF.
Can you get from Lyon to Amsterdam without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 6h 04m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Amsterdam?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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