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

The cheapest way to get from Contes to Lyon is to bus which costs €28 - €65 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Contes to Lyon is to line 610 bus and fly which takes 4h 19m and costs €75 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Contes and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Contes to Lyon. However, there are services departing from La Grave de Contes and arriving at Lyon via Nice. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Contes to Lyon?

The distance between Contes and Lyon is 567 km. The road distance is 398.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Contes to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Contes to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Contes to Lyon bus from?

Contes to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nice station.

Train or bus from Contes to Lyon?

The best way to get from Contes to Lyon is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €65 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Contes to Lyon bus arrive?

Contes to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Can I drive from Contes to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Contes to Lyon is 398 km. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Contes to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3721+ hotels available in Lyon.

Contes to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, line 610 bus, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Contes to Lyon by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, 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 Nice Ville to Lyon Part DieuTgv
6h 27m
€43–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nice to LyonN1789 / ...
8h 50m
€28–62
Drive 398.4 km
1. Drive from Contes to Lyon398.4 km
6h 19m
€62–89
Line 610 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from La Grave de Contes to Vauban G R
2. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)NCE - LYS
4h 19m
€78–191
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Grenoble - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Grenoble to Lyon Part DieuTer
11h 32m
€58–144

Contes to Lyon by bus, foot, and train (TGV)

21Weekly Services

6h 27mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 566.5 km
Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Contes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France and Lyon, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Nice Ville to Lyon Part Dieu 3 times a day. Tickets cost €40–100 and the journey takes 4h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nice to Lyon once daily. Tickets cost €26–60 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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