Taxi Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport — Lyon Centre
Direct transfer from the terminal to the heart of Lyon, France's gastronomic capital
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Distance
25 km
Duration
25 min
Estimated price
55 — 75 €
Availability
24/7
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, named after the aviator-writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry who was born in Lyon, is France's second-largest regional airport with over 12 million annual passengers. Located just 25 kilometres east of Lyon city centre in the Rhône plains, it serves as the aerial gateway to the entire Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. The airport features two modern terminals and an integrated TGV high-speed rail station designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, whose bird-like structure has become an icon of modern Lyon. While the Rhônexpress tram links the airport to Lyon Part-Dieu station in 30 minutes, it costs €16.30 per person and does not operate during late-night or early-morning hours. A taxi provides the most flexible and comfortable transfer, particularly for families, business travellers and groups with bulky luggage. Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage city, welcomes visitors with exceptional architecture, legendary gastronomy and a vibrant cultural scene.
Route
Route Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry → Lyon Centre
From Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, the driver takes the A43 motorway slip road towards Lyon. The motorway crosses the eastern Lyon industrial plain through Saint-Priest and Bron. After the Saint-Priest toll, the A43 becomes the Laurent Bonnevay ring road. Depending on your destination, the driver exits towards the Presqu'île historic quarter, Vieux-Lyon with its Renaissance traboules, Part-Dieu business district, or the Confluence neighbourhood to the south. The journey is swift and smooth outside rush hours, with a direct drop-off at your hotel, restaurant or meeting point.
Main route: A43 — ~3 € (section A43 aéroport–Lyon)
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Practical tips
Our tips for Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry → Lyon Centre
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry → Lyon Centre route
During weekday rush hours (7:30–9:30am and 4:30–7pm), the ring road and city-centre approaches can be congested — allow 35–40 minutes instead of 25. The Rhônexpress costs €16.30 per person with no family discount, making a taxi better value from two passengers onward. For flights arriving after 11pm or departing before 5am, the Rhônexpress does not run, making a taxi the only comfortable option. Provide your flight number when booking so the driver can track your flight in real time, with 30 minutes of free waiting included after landing.
Tolls: ~3 € (section A43 aéroport–Lyon)
Pricing
Taxi fare Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry → Lyon Centre
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
55 — 75 €
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
63 — 86 €
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
61 — 83 €
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry to Lyon Centre?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The Rhônexpress links the airport to Lyon Part-Dieu in 30 minutes for €16.30 per person but does not operate at night and has fixed schedules. TCL bus 47 takes about 50 minutes for €2 with limited frequency. By taxi, you get a direct door-to-door transfer in 25 minutes, luggage included, at any hour.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
55 — 75 €
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
95 €
Ideal for families and groups
Villes desservies
See also
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Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry → Valence
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Aéroport Lyon-Saint Exupéry → Lyon Centre
The fare ranges from €55 to €75 depending on your exact destination in Lyon (Presqu'île, Part-Dieu, Vieux-Lyon, Confluence). The price is fixed at booking, all-inclusive with tolls. A van for 5–7 passengers is available at €95.
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