How to get from Amsterdam to Lyon
The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lyon takes approximately 383 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use train and subway. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
383 min
926.7 km
4 transfers
thalys
B
14
601b
B
Departs from:
Amsterdam Centraal
Walking:
42 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 19 min (1.1 km)
to Amsterdam Centraal
2
Take
thalys
Train
Direction: 9328
From Amsterdam Centraal
to Paris Nord
(4 stops, 205 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Gare du Nord
4
Take
B
Train
Direction: Kali
From Gare du Nord
to Châtelet - Les Halles
5
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Châtelet
6
Take
14
Subway
Direction: Aéroport d'Orly
From Châtelet
to Gare de Lyon
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Paris Gare de Lyon Hall 1 - 2
8
Take
601b
Train
Direction: 6685
From Paris Gare de Lyon Hall 1 - 2
to Lyon Part Dieu
9
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Gare Part-Dieu V.Merle
10
Take
B
Subway
Direction: St-Genis-Laval Hôp. Sud
From Gare Part-Dieu V.Merle
to Saxe - Gambetta
(1 stops, 4 min)
11
Walk 10 min (0.6 km)
✓
Arrive at Lyon
Public transport stations close to Amsterdam
Amsterdam is located in Lyon and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Amsterdam:
- Amsterdam Centraal
Metro stations close to Amsterdam:
- Amsterdam, Rokin
- Amsterdam, Centraal Station
Tram stations close to Amsterdam:
- Amsterdam, Dam
- Amsterdam, Paleisstraat
- Amsterdam, Nieuwezijds Kolk
- Amsterdam, Rokin
Bus stations close to Amsterdam:
- Amsterdam, Dam
- Amsterdam, Rokin
Public transport stations close to Lyon
Lyon is located in Lyon and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Lyon:
- Lyon Jean Macé
Metro stations close to Lyon:
- Saxe - Gambetta
- Jean Macé
- Garibaldi
Tram stations close to Lyon:
- Garibaldi - Berthelot
- Jean Macé
- Saint-André
- Rue de l'Université
Bus stations close to Lyon:
- Domer - Trois Pierres
- Domer - Garibaldi
- Thibaudière
- Université - Jean Jaurès
Trolleybus stations close to Lyon:
- Abondance
- Saxe - Gambetta
- Jean Macé
- Bir Hakeim
Alternative Route
440 min
844.5 km
3 transfers
GS: Nlama-Frpno
D
601a
B
Departs from:
Amsterdam Centraal
Walking:
40 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 15 min (0.9 km)
to Amsterdam Centraal
2
Take
GS: Nlama-Frpno
Train
Direction: 8727100
From Amsterdam Centraal
to Paris Gare du Nord
(4 stops, 205 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Gare du Nord
4
Take
D
Train
Direction: Neco
From Gare du Nord
to Gare de Lyon
(1 stops, 7 min)
5
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Paris Gare de Lyon Hall 1 - 2
6
Take
601a
Train
Direction: 6617
From Paris Gare de Lyon Hall 1 - 2
to Lyon Part Dieu
(1 stops, 122 min)
7
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Gare Part-Dieu V.Merle
8
Take
B
Subway
Direction: St-Genis-Laval Hôp. Sud
From Gare Part-Dieu V.Merle
to Saxe - Gambetta
(1 stops, 3 min)
9
Walk 10 min (0.6 km)
✓
Arrive at Lyon
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Lyon.
How do I travel from Amsterdam to Lyon in Lyon?
The quickest journey from Amsterdam to Lyon takes approximately 383 minutes via the thalys train service.
Are there other ways to reach Lyon from Amsterdam?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 440 minutes using the GS: Nlama-Frpno train line.
Can I get directly from Amsterdam to Lyon without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 383 minutes including connection time.
What train service connects Amsterdam and Lyon?
The thalys line provides train service between Amsterdam Centraal and Saxe - Gambetta in Lyon.
What is the journey time from Amsterdam to Lyon by public transport?
Traveling by train from Amsterdam to Lyon in Lyon takes approximately 383 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the train to travel from Amsterdam to Lyon?
Board the thalys train at Amsterdam Centraal station, located near Amsterdam in Lyon.
Which station is closest to Lyon?
The nearest stop to Lyon is Saxe - Gambetta station. Exit here to reach your destination in Lyon.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.