What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Ambert?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Ambert is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Ambert?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Ambert is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Ambert?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva station to Ambert. However, there are services departing from Geneva - Bus Station and arriving at Gare via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station and Pôle Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Geneva to Ambert?

The distance between Geneva and Ambert is 299 km. The road distance is 266.1 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Ambert without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Ambert without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 38m and costs €130 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Ambert?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Geneva to Ambert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Ambert bus from?

Geneva to Ambert bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Geneva - Bus Station.

Where does the Geneva to Ambert bus arrive?

Geneva to Ambert bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Ambert?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Ambert is 266 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Geneva to Ambert.

Where can I stay near Ambert?

There are 203+ hotels available in Ambert.

Geneva to Ambert - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Geneva to Ambert by train, taxi, bus, 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.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part DieuTer
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
3. Take the taxi from Montbrison to Ambert
5h 38m
€138–178
Drive 266.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Geneva to Ambert266.1 km
3h 28m
€46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Le Puy-en-Velay
3. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to GareH27
7h 54m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part DieuTer
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
3. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Le Puy En VelayTer
4. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to GareH27
8h 23m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Geneva to Ambert.

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Distance: 299.3 km
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Ambert, France?

You can take a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Gare via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station and Pôle Intermodal in around 7h 54m.

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