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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Bessans is to bus and drive which costs €22 - €45 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Bessans is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €35 - €55.

How far is it from Lyon to Bessans?

The distance between Lyon and Bessans is 241 km. The road distance is 233.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Bessans without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €80 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Lyon to Bessans, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lyon to Bessans?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Bessans is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Lyon to Bessans.

Where can I stay near Bessans?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Bessans.

Lyon to Bessans - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Bessans by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or shuttle

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

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Modanetrain Fr
3h 12m
€81–111
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Oulxbus 480 / ...
2. Drive from Oulx to Bessanscar
4h 5m
€22–41
Drive 233.6 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Bessanscar 233.6 km
2h 33m
€36–52
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Lyon Airport to Val d’Isereshuttle
5h 36m
€115–150

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 241.1 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Bessans, France?

Trenitalia operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Modane twice daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, BensBus Airport Ski Transfers operates a shuttle from Lyon Airport to Val d’Isere on demand. Tickets cost €55–75 and the journey takes 4h.

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