What is the cheapest way to get from Balsthal to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Balsthal to Lyon is to bus which costs €45 - €90 and takes 7h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balsthal to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Balsthal to Lyon is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Balsthal and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Balsthal to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Balsthal and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Oensingen, Olten, Basel Sbb and Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Balsthal to Lyon?

The distance between Balsthal and Lyon is 492 km. The road distance is 349.9 km.

How do I travel from Balsthal to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Balsthal to Lyon without a car is to train via Dijon which takes 6h 21m and costs €85 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Balsthal to Lyon?

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Balsthal to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balsthal to Lyon train from?

Balsthal to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Basel Sbb station.

Train or bus from Balsthal to Lyon?

The best way to get from Balsthal to Lyon is to train via Dijon which takes 6h 21m and costs €85 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €90 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Balsthal to Lyon train arrive?

Balsthal to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Dijon Ville station.

Can I drive from Balsthal to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Balsthal to Lyon is 350 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Balsthal to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Balsthal to Lyon?

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

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Balsthal to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Balsthal to Lyon by train (TGV), 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.

Train via Dijon
best
1. Take the train from Basel Sbb to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter / ...
6h 21m
€87–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bern to Lyonbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
7h 50m
€48–88
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Olten to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bern Car Terminal Neufeld to Lyon Perrache Bus Stationbus RegioJet 95
7h 29m
€50–99
Drive 349.9 km
1. Drive from Balsthal to Lyoncar 349.9 km
3h 46m
€60–87
Train
1. Take the train from Oensingen to Biel/Biennetrain S20 / ...
2. Take the train from Biel/Bienne to Renens VDtrain Ic5 / ...
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Annemassetrain
4. Take the train from Annemasse to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
7h 9m
€99–279

Balsthal to Lyon by train

5Weekly Trains

6h 21mAverage Duration

€87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 491.5 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Balsthal, Switzerland and Lyon, France?

You can take a train from Balsthal to Lyon Part Dieu via Oensingen, Olten, Basel SBB, Basel Sbb, and Dijon Ville in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bern to Lyon every 3 hours. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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