How to get from Lyon to Brussels
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 Brussels. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 25m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 566 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €41, on Wed, Sep 9.
This fare comes from a search on September 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
566 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €75Checked Sep 8 | 1h 25mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €85Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 4h 22mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €34Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 10h 15mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€75Checked Sep 81h 25m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€85Omio catalogue, Sep 94h 22m · directSee Train details
- Bus€34Omio catalogue, Sep 910h 15m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Lyon to Brussels: 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 → Brussels Airportflight
Brussels Airlines·1h 25m
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.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Lyon to Brussels
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€162October 2026
€86Departures from Lyon to Brussels
FlixBus runs 5 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:25 and the last at 21:25.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 5 | 00:25 | 21:25 |
| SNCFtrain | 5 | 05:35 | 19:00 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 24 | — | — |
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 Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
Brussels AirlinesLyon Saint-Exupéry-Brussels AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusLyon-BrusselsBook →
SNCFLyon-BrusselsBook →On this route you travel with Brussels Airlines, FlixBus, SNCF; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Lyon to Brussels works
Start with a Brussels Airlines flight from Lyon to Brussels, about 1h 25m. In total it's roughly €75 over 1h 25m, direct, no transfers.
Lyon to Brussels: common questions
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Brussels?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 25m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Brussels from Lyon?
About 566 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Lyon to Brussels cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €75. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Lyon to Brussels?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 25m.
How long is the flight from Lyon to Brussels?
About 1h 25m, 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 Brussels?
Lyon is LYS and Brussels is BRU, so this route is usually written LYS to BRU.
Which operators run Lyon to Brussels?
On this route you travel with Brussels Airlines, FlixBus, SNCF.
Can you get from Lyon to Brussels without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Brussels?
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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