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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Châtel is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Châtel is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Châtel?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Châtel. However, there are services departing from Lyon and arriving at Châtel, église via Crête and Thonon-les-Bains, Jeanne D'Arc. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Lyon to Châtel?

The distance between Lyon and Châtel is 288 km. The road distance is 220.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Châtel without a car is to bus which takes 6h 14m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Lyon to Châtel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Châtel bus from?

Lyon to Châtel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Châtel?

The best way to get from Lyon to Châtel is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €60 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Lyon to Châtel bus arrive?

Lyon to Châtel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Thonon-les-Bains station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Châtel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Châtel is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Lyon to Châtel.

Where can I stay near Châtel?

There are 5637+ hotels available in Châtel.

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to GeneveTer
2. Take the train from Genève to AigleRe33 / ...
4h 2m
€65–167
Bus via Lyon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Thonon-les-BainsS1736
2. Take the bus from Thonon-les-Bains, Jeanne D'Arc to Châtel, église12
6h 19m
€18–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Thonon-les-BainsS1736
2. Take the bus from Thonon-les-Bains, Jeanne D'Arc to Châtel, église12
6h 14m
€24–32
Drive 220.5 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Châtel220.5 km
2h 42m
€35–50

Lyon to Châtel by bus

8Weekly Buses

6h 14mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.4 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Châtel via Genève and Aigle in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon to Châtel, église via Thonon-les-Bains, Crête, Chemin Vieux, and Thonon-les-Bains, Jeanne D'Arc in around 6h 14m.

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