What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €10 - €17 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix (Station) and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chamonix - Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix (Station) and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Chamonix Aiguille Midi and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

The distance between Chamonix (Station) and Lyon is 242 km. The road distance is 212.4 km.

How do I travel from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €13 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

The bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Chamonix (Station) to Lyon bus from?

Chamonix (Station) to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Chamonix - Bus Station.

Train or bus from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

The best way to get from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €13 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Chamonix (Station) to Lyon bus arrive?

Chamonix (Station) to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix (Station) to Lyon train arrive?

Chamonix (Station) to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix (Station) to Lyon is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

Book your Chamonix (Station) to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

Book your Chamonix (Station) to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3696+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chamonix (Station) and Lyon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chamonix (Station) to Lyon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
3h 45m
€13–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon224.8 km
3h 6m
€10–17
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Lyon Part DieuTer
4h 58m
€49
Drive 212.4 km
1. Drive from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon212.4 km
2h 29m
€33–48

Chamonix (Station) to Lyon by bus

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Distance: 242.5 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Chamonix (Station), France and Lyon, France?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €13–28 and the journey takes 3h 45m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Lyon Part Dieu 6 times a week. Tickets cost €44 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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