What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix?

The fastest way to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon 03 and Chamonix?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Lyon 03 and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon 03 to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Bellegarde and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Lyon 03 to Chamonix?

The distance between Lyon 03 and Chamonix is 233 km. The road distance is 222.4 km.

How do I travel from Lyon 03 to Chamonix without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs €35 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix?

The bus from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc takes 4h including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Lyon 03 to Chamonix bus from?

Lyon 03 to Chamonix bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere station.

Where do I catch the Lyon 03 to Chamonix train from?

Lyon 03 to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon 03 to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix is to bus which takes 4h and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €95 and takes 6h.

Where does the Lyon 03 to Chamonix bus arrive?

Lyon 03 to Chamonix bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station.

Where does the Lyon 03 to Chamonix train arrive?

Lyon 03 to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bellegarde station.

Can I drive from Lyon 03 to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon 03 to Chamonix is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Lyon 03 to Chamonix.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon 03 to Chamonix?

Book your Lyon 03 to Chamonix train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 4385+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Lyon 03 to Chamonix - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix by bus, train, train (TGV), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-Blancbus Autocar
4h
€35–55
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Chamonixbus FlixBus S500 / ...
4h 56m
€31–69
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Bellegardetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
6h
€38–93
Drive 222.4 km
1. Drive from Lyon 03 to Chamonixcar 222.4 km
2h 18m
€35–50

Lyon 03 to Chamonix by bus

1Weekly Buses

4hAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lyon 03 to Chamonix.

Launch map view

Distance: 233 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Lyon 03, France and Chamonix, France?

SNCF Bus operates a bus from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc once a week. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Bellegarde, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains in around 6h.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.