What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Mer de Glace?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Mer de Glace. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Montenvers - Mer de Glace via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains and Chamonix Montenvers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Lyon to Mer de Glace?

The distance between Lyon and Mer de Glace is 238 km. The road distance is 216 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Mer de Glace without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace without a car is to bus which takes 4h 33m and costs €65 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Mer de Glace train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Mer de Glace?

The best way to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace is to bus which takes 4h 33m and costs €65 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €81 - €83 and takes 5h 43m.

Can I drive from Lyon to Mer de Glace?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Mer de Glace is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Lyon to Mer de Glace.

Where can I stay near Mer de Glace?

There are 2560+ hotels available in Mer de Glace.

Lyon to Mer de Glace - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-Blancbus Autocar
4h 33m
€67–80
Drive 216 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lyon to Mer de Glacecar 216 km
2h 36m
€33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
5h 43m
€81–82
Bus via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 42m
€45–63

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lyon to Mer de Glace.

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Distance: 238 km
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Mer de Glace, France?

SNCF Bus operates a bus from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc once a week. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet 6 times a week. Tickets cost €44–46 and the journey takes 3h 39m.

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