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

The cheapest way to get from Kandersteg to Lyon is to train and bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandersteg to Lyon is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Kandersteg and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Kandersteg to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Kandersteg and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Brig, Genève and Bellegarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Kandersteg to Lyon?

The distance between Kandersteg and Lyon is 405 km. The road distance is 337.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandersteg to Lyon without a car is to train and bus via Geneva which takes 6h 50m and costs €70 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Kandersteg to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandersteg to Lyon train from?

Kandersteg to Lyon train services, operated by BLS AG, depart from Kandersteg station.

Where does the Kandersteg to Lyon train arrive?

Kandersteg to Lyon train services, operated by BLS AG, arrive at Brig station.

Can I drive from Kandersteg to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandersteg to Lyon is 337 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Kandersteg to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Kandersteg to Lyon?

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

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Kandersteg to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kandersteg to Lyon by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia, TGV)

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

Train, bus via Geneva
best
1. Take the train from Kandersteg to Brigtrain Re1
2. Take the train from Brig to Genèvetrain Ec / ...
3. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus
6h 50m
€70–274
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thun to Fribourg/Freiburg Poyatrain S1
2. Take the bus from Fribourg to Lyonbus FlixBus N953 / ...
8h 19m
€43–70
Drive 337.5 km
1. Drive from Kandersteg to Lyoncar 337.5 km
4h 24m
€58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Kandersteg to Brigtrain Re1
2. Take the train from Brig to Genèvetrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
7h
€92–333
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Frutigen to Zollikofentrain Re11
2. Take the bus from Bern Car Terminal Neufeld to Lyon Perrache Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
8h 39m

Kandersteg to Lyon by train, foot, and bus

120Weekly Services

6h 50mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 405 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Kandersteg, Switzerland and Lyon, France?

You can take a train from Kandersteg to Lyon Part Dieu via Brig, Genève, and Bellegarde in around 7h.

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