Route guide

Lyon → Copenhagen

1228 km · France to Denmark · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €40+ by bus

How to travel from Lyon to Copenhagen

There are 4 ways to travel between Lyon and Copenhagen — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€89–261

Duration: 10h 14m

via SNCF (TGV), Intercités, DSB

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€40–106

Duration: 17h 32m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~34 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€84–267

Duration: 4h 8m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, SAS

~191 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€147–270

Duration: 13h 38m

~209 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Lyon and Copenhagen highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1228 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from France into Denmark. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Lyon to Copenhagen — every option in detail

Lyon to Copenhagen by train

Trains link Lyon (France) and Copenhagen (Denmark) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 14m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SNCF (TGV), Intercités, DSB.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €89 to €261. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 17 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 191 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~174 kg on this distance.

Lyon to Copenhagen by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Lyon and Copenhagen with a typical journey of 17h 32m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €40 when booked in advance, rising to €106 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Lyon to Copenhagen by flight

Flights between Lyon and Copenhagen take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 8m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, SAS.

Typical fare range is €84–267. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 191 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Lyon to Copenhagen by car

The driving distance from Lyon to Copenhagen is approximately 1412 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 13h 38m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €147–270 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–Denmark border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 209 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Lyon and Copenhagen is approximately 1228 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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