What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Chillon Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Chillon Castle. However, there are services departing from Lyon Perrache Bus Station and arriving at Veytaux, château de Chillon via Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome and Vevey, gare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Chillon Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Chillon Castle. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Montreux via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Lyon to Chillon Castle?

The distance between Lyon and Chillon Castle is 250 km. The road distance is 227.2 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Chillon Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 90.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Chillon Castle bus from?

Lyon to Chillon Castle bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Lyon Perrache Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Chillon Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Chillon Castle?

The best way to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Lyon to Chillon Castle bus arrive?

Lyon to Chillon Castle bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lausanne Bus Station.

Where does the Lyon to Chillon Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Chillon Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Chillon Castle is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Lyon to Chillon Castle.

Where can I stay near Chillon Castle?

There are 2663+ hotels available in Chillon Castle.

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There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Chillon Castle by train (TGV), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Montreuxtrain Re33 / ...
3h 45m
CHF 54–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon Perrache Bus Station to Lausanne Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
4h 49m
CHF 25–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Genevabus FlixBus N788 / ...
2. Take the train from Genève to Montreuxtrain Re33 / ...
4h 16m
CHF 38–62
Drive 227.2 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Chillon Castlecar 227.2 km
2h 55m
CHF 38–55

Lyon to Chillon Castle by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 250.1 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Chillon Castle, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Chillon Castle via Genève, Montreux, Montreux, Escaliers de la Gare, and Veytaux, château de Chillon in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lyon Perrache Bus Station to Lausanne Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 12–20 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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