How to travel from Lyon to Dublin, Ireland
The distance between Lyon and Dublin is around 1,215km (755 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 15m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Lyon to Dublin by plane, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Dublin → Lyon if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Lyon (LYS) to Dublin (DUB).
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time2h 25m
- Typical cost€225($225)
Aer Lingus
+ 5 others1 similiar route
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Paris Gare de Lyon then London St Pancras Intl and then to Holyhead then take a ferry to Dublin.
- Duration11h 35m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost€865($865)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Cherbourg then take a ferry to Dublin.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost€285($285)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lyon and Dublin
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lyon to Dublin by plane, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around €225 ($225) and will take around 3h 15m.
The distance between Lyon and Dublin is around 1,215km (755 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,161km (721 miles)
It takes around 3h 15m to get from Lyon and Dublin by plane.
The quickest way to get from Lyon to Dublin is to fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx €225 ($225).
The cheapest way to travel between Lyon and Dublin is to fly which will typically cost around €225 ($225) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Lyon and Dublin. We recommend that you fly from Lyon (LYS) to Dublin (DUB). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lyon and Dublin. We recommend that you fly from Lyon (LYS) to Dublin (DUB). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Lyon and Dublin. Flights depart from Lyon (LYS) and arrive at Dublin (DUB). The flight takes around 2h 25m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Lyon and Dublin with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 25m.
Aer Lingus, British Airways, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France and Iberia fly between Lyon and Dublin. Flights depart from Lyon (LYS) and and arrive into Dublin (DUB). These flights usually take around 2h 25m.
The flight from Lyon to Dublin typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Lyon (LYS) and and arrive into Dublin (DUB).
The closest major airport to Dublin is Dublin Airport (DUB) (DUB) which is approximately 9km (5 miles) from Dublin. Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) (NOC) and Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Lyon to Dublin. We recommend that you fly from Lyon (LYS) to Dublin (DUB). instead which will take 3h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lyon to Dublin is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around €225 ($225).
Compare travel optionsbetween Lyon and Dublin
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 15m | €225($225) | every 30 mins | 1,215km (755 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 55m | €255($255) | every 3 hours | 1,372km (852 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 11h 35m | €865($865) | 4 times a day | 1,415km (880 miles) |
| Train to Paris Gare de Lyon, ferry | 1 day 1h | €435($435) | 3 times a week | 1,508km (937 miles) |
| Train to Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux, ferry | 1 day 5h | €555($555) | once a week | 1,608km (999 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 2h | €285($285) | 3 times a week | 1,518km (943 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Lyon and Dublin
Airlines
Aer Lingus
Train operators
Eurostar
Ferry operators
Irish Ferries
Stena Line
Airports near Dublin
The following major airports near Dublin offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Ireland and internationally.
Dublin Airport (DUB)
- Distance
- 9km (5 miles) from Dublin
Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)
- Distance
- 179km (112 miles) from Dublin
Shannon Airport (SNN)
- Distance
- 192km (120 miles) from Dublin