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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Ain is to bus which costs €5 - €8 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Ain is to drive which takes 58 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Ain?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Ain. However, there are services departing from Pont Guillotière and arriving at Mairie via Sémard Gare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Lyon to Ain?

The distance between Lyon and Ain is 71 km. The road distance is 74.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Ain without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 3m and costs €18 - €22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Lyon to Ain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Ain bus from?

Lyon to Ain bus services, operated by REGION - cars Région Ain, depart from Pont Guillotière station.

Where does the Lyon to Ain bus arrive?

Lyon to Ain bus services, operated by REGION - cars Région Ain, arrive at Sncf station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Ain?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Ain is 74 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Lyon to Ain.

Where can I stay near Ain?

There are 360+ hotels available in Ain.

Lyon to Ain - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Ain by train, bus, car, or taxi

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
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Bourg En Bressetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Sémard Gare to Mairiebus 10
2h 3m
€18–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pont Guillotière to Sncfbus A32
2. Take the bus from Sémard Gare to Mairiebus 10
2h 58m
€5–8
Drive 74.1 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Aincar 74.1 km
58 min
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lyon to Aintaxi 74.1 km
58 min
€150–190

Lyon to Ain by train and bus

146Weekly Services

2h 3mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 70.9 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

You can take a bus from Pont Guillotière to Mairie via Sémard Gare in around 2h 58m.

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