Freight from Lyon to the Czech Republic — pharma, trucks, semiconductors
Knapek Spedition moves freight from Lyon and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes to Czechia: Vallée de la chimie, Sanofi, Renault Trucks, STMicroelectronics. About 1,050 km to Prague, 2–3 days.
Key facts
Distance
about 1,050 km to Prague
Transit
2–3 days
Manufacturers
Vallée de la chimie, Sanofi, Renault Trucks, STMicroelectronics
Lyon is France’s second industrial centre — the chemical valley, vaccines, trucks and semiconductors.
From Lyon, goods usually reach the Czech Republic in 2–3 days. We drive via Switzerland or via Alsace and Germany.
Who manufactures in the region
Vallée de la chimie — chemical corridor south of Lyon (Pierre-Bénite, Saint-Fons, Feyzin): base chemicals, plastics, refinery.
Grenoble and Crolles — semiconductors (STMicroelectronics), electronics, energy.
Saint-Étienne — metalworking and engineering.
Chemicals and medicines
We carry medicines under controlled temperature — the shipper sets the range and we maintain it along the whole route.
Route
The shortest way from Lyon runs via Geneva and Switzerland, or alternatively via Mulhouse, Strasbourg and Germany. Via Switzerland you need to allow for customs transit and the Swiss heavy vehicle fee; we choose the route based on the load.
Regular transport from Lyon? We agree fixed loading days, rates for a longer period and transport there and back if needed — regular transport or get in touch.
How long does transport from Lyon to the Czech Republic take?
Transport from Lyon to the Czech Republic usually takes 2–3 days from loading.
How far is Lyon from Prague?
Lyon is about 1,050 km from Prague.
Can you move goods from southern Lyon?
Yes. From southern Lyon we arrange full loads, part loads and single pallets, loaded from a dock, from the side or from above depending on the site.
Can you carry medicines under controlled temperature?
Yes, within the range the shipper specifies.
Do you carry truck parts from Vénissieux?
Yes, shipments from Lyon are planned with a fixed unloading time slot.
Can you carry electronics from Grenoble?
Yes, with shock-absorbing fixation and a seal.
Do you drive from Lyon through Switzerland?
Sometimes — it is shorter, but involves customs transit and the Swiss heavy vehicle fee; we choose the route by the load.
What is the alternative to Switzerland?
The route via Mulhouse, Strasbourg and Germany, with no customs transit.
Is there a driving ban in France for shipments from Lyon?
Yes, in France trucks over 7.5 t may not drive from Saturday 22:00 to Sunday 22:00 – we plan loadings from Lyon accordingly.
Are tolls included in the price of transport from Lyon?
Yes, tolls for the whole route from Lyon are included in the price we quote.
Is it worth sending just a few pallets from Lyon?
Yes. Single pallets from Lyon travel in groupage runs and you only pay for the space they take – a euro pallet takes 0.4 loading metres. Usual transit on this route: 2–3 days.
Can you deliver goods from Lyon to Slovakia too?
Yes. Goods from Lyon can be delivered anywhere in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, and one run can be split between consignees in both countries.
Do goods from Lyon need customs clearance?
No. Goods from Lyon are in free circulation in the EU – an invoice or delivery note and a CMR consignment note are enough.
How much does transport from Lyon cost?
The price of transport from Lyon depends on the number of pallets, the weight and the date. The online calculator gives an indicative price and we send a quote within 30 minutes.
What details do you need for a shipment from Lyon?
For a shipment from Lyon we need the loading and delivery address, number and size of pallets, weight, type of goods and the date the goods are ready. We send an offer within 30 minutes.
Can you arrange regular transport from Lyon, there and back?
Yes. We arrange regular transport from Lyon on fixed days and, if you like, there and back: the vehicle delivers your goods and loads the next consignment on the way back, such as returnable packaging or goods for your warehouse. The rate is agreed for a longer period.
