What is the cheapest way to get from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon is to bus via Lyon which costs €22 - €29 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Alpe d'Huez and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Office De Tourisme and arriving at Lyon via Grenoble. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon?

The distance between Alpe d'Huez and Lyon is 197 km. The road distance is 166.4 km.

How do I travel from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 32m and costs €160 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alpe d'Huez to Lyon bus from?

Alpe d'Huez to Lyon bus services, operated by Transaltitude, depart from Office De Tourisme station.

Where does the Alpe d'Huez to Lyon bus arrive?

Alpe d'Huez to Lyon bus services, operated by Transaltitude, arrive at Gare Routiere station.

Can I drive from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Alpe d'Huez to Lyon is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3696+ hotels available in Lyon.

Alpe d'Huez to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon by taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Alpe d'Huez to Grenoble
2. Take the train from Grenoble to Lyon Part DieuTer
2h 32m
€161–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Office De Tourisme to Gare RoutiereTaau
2. Take the bus from Grenoble to Lyon766 / ...
3h 42m
€21–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Office De Tourisme to Gare RoutiereTaau
2. Take the train from Grenoble to Lyon Part DieuTer
3h 37m
€44–84
Drive 166.4 km
1. Drive from Alpe d'Huez to Lyon166.4 km
2h 8m
€26–38
Bus via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Office De Tourisme to Gare RoutiereTaau
2. Take the bus from Grenoble to Lyon766 / ...
4h 5m
€22–28

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 197.2 km
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Alpe d'Huez, France and Lyon, France?

You can take a bus from Office De Tourisme to Lyon via Grenoble in around 3h 42m.

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