What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac?

The fastest way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon Airport (LYS) and Retournac?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac. However, there are services departing from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport and arriving at Retournac via Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon Airport (LYS) and Retournac?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac. However, there are services departing from Aéroport Lyon Saint-Exupéry and arriving at Retournac via Lyon Part Dieu and St Etienne Chateaucreux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac?

The distance between Lyon Airport (LYS) and Retournac is 133 km. The road distance is 119 km.

How do I travel from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs €35 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac bus from?

Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport station.

Where do I catch the Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac train from?

Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac train services, operated by Rhônexpress, depart from Aéroport Lyon Saint-Exupéry station.

Train or bus from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac?

The best way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €35 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac bus arrive?

Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saint-Étienne station.

Where does the Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac train arrive?

Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac train services, operated by Rhônexpress, arrive at Gare Part-Dieu - Villette station.

Can I drive from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac?

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Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac by train (TGV), bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Aéroport Lyon Saint-Exupéry to Gare Part-Dieu - VilletteRx
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
3. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to RetournacTer
3h 34m
€36–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport to Saint-ÉtienneX1687
2. Take the bus from Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere to RetournacAutocar
3h 43m
€19–31
Drive 119 km
1. Drive from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac119 km
1h 38m
€19–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
2. Take the bus from Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere to RetournacAutocar
4h 7m
€38–54

Lyon Airport (LYS) to Retournac by train

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132.9 km
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Lyon Airport (LYS), France and Retournac, France?

You can take a train from Aéroport Lyon Saint-Exupéry to Retournac via Gare Part-Dieu - Villette, Lyon Part Dieu, and St Etienne Chateaucreux in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport to Retournac via Saint-Étienne and Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere in around 3h 43m.

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