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 - €18 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 36m 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.

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

The distance between Chamonix (Station) and Lyon is 246 km. The road distance is 216.2 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 €45 - €65 and takes 4h 31m.

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.

Can I drive from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix (Station) to Lyon is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon.

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 3740+ 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 Lyon228.6 km
3h 6m
€10–18
Train
1. Take the train from Sallanches Combloux Megeve to Lyon Part DieuTer
4h 31m
€48–62
Drive 216.2 km
1. Drive from Chamonix (Station) to Lyon216.2 km
2h 36m
€33–48

Chamonix (Station) to Lyon by bus

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 246.3 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 €13–30 and the journey takes 3h 45m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Sallanches Combloux Megeve to Lyon Part Dieu 6 times a week. Tickets cost €43–44 and the journey takes 3h 1m.

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