What is the cheapest way to get from French Riviera to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from French Riviera to Lyon is to bus which costs €28 - €65 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from French Riviera to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from French Riviera to Lyon is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between French Riviera and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from French Riviera to Lyon station. However, there are services departing from Les Heures Claires and arriving at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station via Saint-Raphaël Gare Routière and Fréjus - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from French Riviera to Lyon?

The distance between French Riviera and Lyon is 502 km. The road distance is 415.7 km.

How do I travel from French Riviera to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from French Riviera to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €45 - €120.

How long does it take to get from French Riviera to Lyon?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from French Riviera to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the French Riviera to Lyon bus from?

French Riviera to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Fréjus - Bus Station.

Train or bus from French Riviera to Lyon?

The best way to get from French Riviera to Lyon is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €65 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the French Riviera to Lyon bus arrive?

French Riviera to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Can I drive from French Riviera to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between French Riviera to Lyon is 416 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from French Riviera to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3709+ hotels available in Lyon.

French Riviera to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 876 bus

There are 5 ways to get from French Riviera to Lyon by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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 St Raphael Valescure to Lyon Part DieuTgv
5h 12m
€47–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fréjus - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
6h 53m
€28–65
Drive 415.7 km
1. Drive from French Riviera to Lyon415.7 km
3h 56m
€64–92
Line 876 bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from Les Heures Claires to Gare Routiere
2. Take the train from Saint-Raphaël Valescure to Saint-Laurent-du-Var
3. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)NCE - LYS
5h 39m
€92–202
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Saint-Raphaël Valescure to AntibesC13 / ...
2. Take the bus from Antibes to Lyon749 / ...
9h 25m
€33–67

French Riviera to Lyon by bus and train (TGV)

16Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 502.4 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between French Riviera, France and Lyon, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from St Raphael Valescure to Lyon Part Dieu 3 times a day. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 3h 34m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Fréjus - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €23–60 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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