How do I get to the Palais des Congrès from the station?

The Palais des Congrès is a 7-minute tram ride (T1) from Dijon railway station. It’s a quick and easy option, suitable for both individual participants and groups.

Is it possible to get around Dijon without a car?

Absolutely. The tram, buses, taxis, bicycles and the pedestrianised city centre make it easy to get to the station, hotels, restaurants and conference venues.

How do I contact the Convention Bureau to organise arrivals?

You can email congres@otdijon.com or call +33 (0)8 04 41 15 7 . The team will help you create a welcome experience tailored to your event.

Dijon An easy town access

A simple, seamless and accessible destination

Situated at the heart ofthe Paris–Lyon–Strasbourg corridor, Dijon enjoys excellent transport links, at the crossroads of major French and European cities. Whether by train, car or plane, every participant can easily reach the city and then get around with ease once there.

A conference in Dijon means well-organised logistics, short journeys and a first-class hospitality experience.

Getting to Dijon

Coming by train The most straightforward solution

Dijon is a major stop onthe Paris–Lyon–Marseille route and has direct TGV connections to the main French and European cities.

Paris: 1 hour 30 minutes
Lyon: 2 hours
Lausanne: 2 hours
Geneva: 3 hours 15 minutes

From Dijon railway station, the city centre is a 15-minute walk away. The Palais des Congrès can be reached in just 7 minutes via the T1 tram line.

Travelling by plane Nearby international airports

Dijon offers easy access to the main French, Swiss and Europeanairport hubs, making it ideal for international delegations.

Lyon Saint-Exupéry
Basel-Mulhouse
Geneva
Paris Charles de Gaulle

From these airports, Dijon can be reached by train or car, with connections tailored to suit both domestic and international arrivals. Your Convention Bureau can assist you in organising transfers and welcoming delegations.

Coming by car At the junction of major roads

Dijon is situated at the junction of three major motorways, making it easy to travel there from Paris, Lyon, Geneva, Strasbourg or Luxembourg:

A6: Paris – Lyon
A31: Dijon – Nancy – Luxembourg
A39: Dijon – Bourg-en-Bresse – Geneva

The city offers a smooth arrival experience for both individual visitors and groups, with parking facilities close to the main visitor attractions.

Getting around Dijon A city on a human scale

In Dijon, distances are short and getting around is easy. Trams, buses, taxis, bicycles and the pedestrianised city centre make it easy to get between the station, hotels, restaurants and conference venues.

Tram T1: railway station → Palais des Congrès in 7 minutes
Pedestrianised city centre: pleasant and safe travel
Taxis, private hire vehicles and car hire: available for individual or group transfers
Bicycles and soft mobility: a practical and sustainable alternative

A personalised welcome The Convention Bureau is here to support you

To enhance your participants’ arrival experience, a personalised welcome service can be arranged on request: meeting guests at the station, providing directions, practical information and support for delegations.

Please contact our team: