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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Cher is to bus which costs €18 - €40 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Cher is to drive which takes 4h and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Cher?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Cher. However, there are services departing from Lyon and arriving at Terres des Chailloux via Nation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Cher?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Cher. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Saint-Germain-du-Puy via Nevers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Lyon to Cher?

The distance between Lyon and Cher is 319 km. The road distance is 275.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Cher without a car is to train via Nevers which takes 4h 23m and costs €30 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Lyon to Cher, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Cher bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lyon to Cher train from?

Lyon to Cher train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Cher?

The best way to get from Lyon to Cher is to train via Nevers which takes 4h 23m and costs €30 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €40 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Lyon to Cher bus arrive?

Lyon to Cher bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bourges station.

Where does the Lyon to Cher train arrive?

Lyon to Cher train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nevers station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Cher?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Cher is 276 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Lyon to Cher.

Where can I stay near Cher?

There are 136+ hotels available in Cher.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Cher by train, 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 via Nevers
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Neverstrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Nevers to Saint-Germain-du-Puytrain Ter
4h 23m
€31–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Bourgesbus N724 / ...
5h 58m
€18–40
Drive 275.7 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Chercar 275.7 km
4h
€42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Perrache to Bourgestrain 121A / ...
4h 49m
€55–120

Lyon to Cher by train

32Weekly Trains

4h 23mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 318.7 km
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Cher, Centre-Val de Loire, France?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Germain-du-Puy via Nevers in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lyon to Bourges twice daily. Tickets cost €18–40 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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