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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Kandersteg is to drive which costs SFr 50 - SFr 80 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Kandersteg is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Kandersteg?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Kandersteg. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Kandersteg via Genève, Bern and Spiez. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Lyon to Kandersteg?

The distance between Lyon and Kandersteg is 388 km. The road distance is 332.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Kandersteg without a car is to train via Bern which takes 6h 17m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Lyon to Kandersteg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Kandersteg train from?

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

Where does the Lyon to Kandersteg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Kandersteg?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Kandersteg is 333 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Lyon to Kandersteg.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Kandersteg?

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Where can I stay near Kandersteg?

There are 1039+ hotels available in Kandersteg.

Lyon to Kandersteg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lyon to Kandersteg by train (TGV), bus, train, 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 Bern
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Berntrain Ic1 / ...
3. Take the train from Bern to Spieztrain Ic8 / ...
6h 17m
CHF 89–239
Drive 332.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lyon to Kanderstegcar 332.9 km
4h 29m
CHF 53–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lyon Perrache Bus Station to Bern Car Terminal Neufeldbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2. Take the train from Zollikofen to Frutigentrain Re11
8h 5m
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Sierre/Siderstrain Ext
3. Take the train from Sierre/Siders to Kanderstegtrain Ext
6h 26m
CHF 88–225
Bus, train via Geneva
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Genève to Sierre/Siderstrain Ext
3. Take the train from Sierre/Siders to Kanderstegtrain Ext
7h 8m
CHF 74–192

Lyon to Kandersteg by train

73Weekly Trains

6h 17mAverage Duration

CHF 89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 388 km
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Kandersteg, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Kandersteg via Genève, Bern, and Spiez in around 6h 17m.

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