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

The cheapest way to get from Balsthal to Lyon is to train and bus which costs €30 - €100 and takes 7h 42m.

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, Renens VD, Genève and Bellegarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Balsthal to Lyon?

The distance between Balsthal and Lyon is 362 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 Bellegarde-sur-Valserine which takes 6h 52m and costs €90 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m 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 Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Oensingen station.

Train or bus from Balsthal to Lyon?

The best way to get from Balsthal to Lyon is to train via Bellegarde-sur-Valserine which takes 6h 52m and costs €90 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Balsthal to Lyon train arrive?

Balsthal to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Renens VD 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?

There are 3673+ hotels available in Lyon.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Balsthal to Lyon by train (Trenitalia), 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 Bellegarde-sur-Valserine
best
1. Take the train from Oensingen to Renens VDtrain Ic5
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
3. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
6h 52m
€90–162
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Olten to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bern to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 42m
€34–96
Drive 349.9 km
1. Drive from Balsthal to Lyoncar 349.9 km
3h 46m
€61–88
Train
1. Take the train from Oensingen to Lausannetrain Ic5
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Annemassetrain
3. Take the train from Annemasse to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
7h 10m
€102–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bern to Lyonbus N1149 / ...
7h 52m
€50–78

Balsthal to Lyon by train

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 362.5 km
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a train from Balsthal to Lyon Part Dieu via Oensingen, Renens VD, Genève, and Bellegarde in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bern to Lyon every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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