How far is it from Mâcon to Lyon?

The distance between Mâcon and Lyon is 72 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Mâcon to Lyon?

The drive from Mâcon to Lyon takes approximately 1 h by car.

What is the best route from Mâcon to Lyon?

The fastest route from Mâcon to Lyon covers 72 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h.

Which direction is Lyon from Mâcon?

Lyon lies roughly to the south of Mâcon.

Which roads does the route from Mâcon to Lyon follow?

The drive from Mâcon to Lyon mainly follows A 6.

Which towns do you pass between Mâcon and Lyon?

Towns on the route from Mâcon to Lyon include Villefranche-sur-Saône, Bron.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Mâcon and Lyon?

Along the route from Mâcon to Lyon you can fill up at Intermarché (24/7), Intermarché (24/7), Esso (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Mâcon and Lyon?

Along the route from Mâcon to Lyon you can stop for the night or service your van at La Clé de Saône, Camping du Val de Saône, Thoissey, CityKamp - Camping de Lyon.

Where can I stop to rest between Mâcon and Lyon?

On the route from Mâcon to Lyon you can take a break at Aire de Crêches, Aire de Dracé, Aire des Chères Est.

Mâcon Lyon

Distance: 72 kmDrive time: 1 h

Driving from Mâcon to Lyon takes about 1 h via A 6. The distance is 72 km. The straight-line distance is 60 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Mâcon, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Lyon. Driving directions

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Driving directions31 · 72 km

1 Depart onto Quai Lamartine 168 m
2 Continue straight onto Avenue Édouard Herriot 442 m
3 Enter rotary slightly right onto Avenue Édouard Herriot 63 m
4 Exit rotary slightly right onto Avenue Édouard Herriot 704 m
5 Enter rotary slightly right onto Avenue Édouard Herriot 39 m
6 Exit rotary slightly right onto Avenue Édouard Herriot 495 m
7 Continue straight onto Route de Lyon 215 m
8 Enter rotary right 42 m
9 Exit rotary slightly right 399 m
10 Enter rotary right onto Route Grand Sud 10 m
11 Exit rotary slightly right onto Route Grand Sud 105 m
12 Enter rotary slightly right onto Route Grand Sud 61 m
13 Exit rotary slightly right onto Route Grand Sud 949 m

14 Enter rotary slightly right onto Route de Juliénas 45 m
15 Exit rotary right onto Route de Juliénas 432 m
16 Enter roundabout slightly right 12 m
17 Exit roundabout slightly right 272 m
18 Continue straight 167 m
19 Keep slightly left 722 m
20 Merge slightly left onto Autoroute du Soleil 41 km
21 Keep slightly left onto Autoroute du Soleil 24 km
22 Take exit slightly right 315 m
23 Continue straight onto Trémie n° 7 148 m
24 Keep slightly left 110 m
25 Continue slightly right 137 m
26 Continue straight onto Quai du Docteur Gailleton 693 m
27 Keep slightly right onto Quai du Docteur Gailleton 424 m
28 Turn left onto Rue de la Barre 258 m
29 Turn right onto Rue Président Édouard Herriot 644 m
30 Turn right onto Rue Henri Germain 112 m
31 Arrive left onto Rue Henri Germain

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The return trip from Lyon to Mâcon covers roughly the same distance, 72 km.

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How far is it from Mâcon to Lyon?: The distance between Mâcon and Lyon is 72 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Mâcon to Lyon?: The drive from Mâcon to Lyon takes approximately 1 h by car.
What is the best route from Mâcon to Lyon?: The fastest route from Mâcon to Lyon covers 72 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h.
Which direction is Lyon from Mâcon?: Lyon lies roughly to the south of Mâcon.
Which roads does the route from Mâcon to Lyon follow?: The drive from Mâcon to Lyon mainly follows A 6.
Which towns do you pass between Mâcon and Lyon?: Towns on the route from Mâcon to Lyon include Villefranche-sur-Saône, Bron.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Mâcon and Lyon?: Along the route from Mâcon to Lyon you can fill up at Intermarché (24/7), Intermarché (24/7), Esso (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Mâcon and Lyon?: Along the route from Mâcon to Lyon you can stop for the night or service your van at La Clé de Saône, Camping du Val de Saône, Thoissey, CityKamp - Camping de Lyon.
Where can I stop to rest between Mâcon and Lyon?: On the route from Mâcon to Lyon you can take a break at Aire de Crêches, Aire de Dracé, Aire des Chères Est.

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