There are 3 ways to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux by bus, train 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.
Recommended option
Bus
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Take the bus from Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport to Saint-Étienne
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Take the bus from Gare Châteaucreux to Gare Routière
2 alternative options
Train, bus
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Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux
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Take the bus from Gare Châteaucreux to Gare Routière
Drive
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Drive from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 28m.
The quickest way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 28m.
No, there is no direct bus from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux. However, there are services departing from Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport and arriving at Gare Routière via Gare Châteaucreux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
The distance between Lyon Airport (LYS) and Yssingeaux is 98 km. The road distance is 123.2 km.
The best way to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs .
It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux, including transfers.
Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport station.
Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux bus services, operated by Réseau interurbain Haute-Loire, arrive at Gare Routière station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux.
There are 38+ hotels available in Yssingeaux. Prices start at €87 per night.

- Distance: 98.3 km
- Duration: 3h 10m
What companies run services between Lyon Airport (LYS), France and Yssingeaux, France?
You can take a bus from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Yssingeaux via Saint-Étienne and Gare Châteaucreux in around 3h 10m.

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €24 - €45
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne Chateaucreux
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €23
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €8 - €13
- Rail 1st Class
- €15 - €23

France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne Chateaucreux
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €20 - €35
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €26 - €31
- 1st Class
- €20 - €24

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport to Saint-Étienne
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Website
- auvergnerhonealpes.fr
Bus from Gare Châteaucreux to Gare Routière
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Schedules at
- Réseau interurbain Haute-Loire
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