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Calais vs Lyon

France vs France · 616 km apart

Calais

France

€999 ($1,086)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Lyon

France

€1,154 ($1,254)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Calais	Lyon	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$10.05	$11.46	Calais
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$40.20	$45.83	Calais
Cappuccino	$3.02	$3.44	Calais
Monthly groceries (single person)	$228	$260	Calais
Monthly public transport pass	$36.85	$42.01	Calais
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$97.15	$111	Calais
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$28.14	$32.08	Calais
Fitness club membership	$28.14	$32.08	Calais
Cinema ticket	$7.37	$8.40	Calais
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$598	$704	Calais
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$416	$490	Calais
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,248	$1,470	Calais
Total single-person budget	$1,086	$1,254	Calais
Average net salary	$3,050	$3,477

Verdict

Calais is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Calais runs about $1,086 versus $1,254 in Lyon — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Lyon leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Calais · Full cost of living in Lyon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calais cheaper than Lyon?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,086 per month in Calais versus $1,254 in Lyon — about 15% less.

How far is Calais from Lyon?

The straight-line distance between Calais and Lyon is approximately 616 km (383 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Calais or Lyon?

The estimated average net salary is $3,050 in Calais and $3,477 in Lyon. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,964 in Calais versus $2,223 in Lyon per month.