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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Kandersteg is to bus and train which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 8h 20m.

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 and Brig. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Lyon to Kandersteg?

The distance between Lyon and Kandersteg is 409 km. The road distance is 333.3 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 which takes 6h 20m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m 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 1683+ hotels available in Kandersteg.

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

There are 4 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
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Brigtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Brig to Kanderstegtrain Re / ...
6h 20m
CHF 95–255
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Bernbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
2. Take the train from Zollikofen to Frutigentrain Re11
8h 20m
CHF 40–63
Bus, train via Geneva
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Genève to Brigtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Brig to Kanderstegtrain Re / ...
7h 56m
CHF 84–221
Drive 333.3 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Kanderstegcar 333.3 km
4h 29m
CHF 54–78

Lyon to Kandersteg by train

73Weekly Trains

6h 20mAverage Duration

CHF 95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 409.4 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Kandersteg via Genève and Brig in around 6h 20m.

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