What is the cheapest way to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon is to bus which costs €28 - €120 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Chillon Castle and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Chillon Castle to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Veytaux-Chillon and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Chillon Castle to Lyon?

The distance between Chillon Castle and Lyon is 244 km. The road distance is 225.9 km.

How do I travel from Chillon Castle to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs €75 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chillon Castle to Lyon train from?

Chillon Castle to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lausanne station.

Train or bus from Chillon Castle to Lyon?

The best way to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs €75 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €120 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Chillon Castle to Lyon train arrive?

Chillon Castle to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Chillon Castle to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chillon Castle to Lyon is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Chillon Castle to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Chillon Castle to Lyon?

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3700+ hotels available in Lyon.

Chillon Castle to Lyon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chillon Castle to Lyon by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Lyon Part DieuTgv
4h 17m
€78–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to LyonN106 / ...
5h 38m
€29–115
Drive 225.9 km
1. Drive from Chillon Castle to Lyon225.9 km
2h 55m
€40–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Villeneuve VD to AnnemasseRe33
2. Take the bus from Annemasse to Lyon - Perrache Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
6h 4m
€56–103

Chillon Castle to Lyon by foot and train (TGV)

5Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.7 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Chillon Castle, Switzerland and Lyon, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Lausanne to Lyon Part Dieu 5 times a week. Tickets cost €60–150 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lausanne to Lyon every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–27 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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