There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Saillans by train, bus or car
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Recommended option
Train • 2h 33m
Cheapest option
Bus • 3h 22m
2 alternative options
Train, bus • 3h 1m
Drive • 1h 42m
Lyon to Saillans by train
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Saillans is to bus which costs €11 - €29 and takes 3h 22m.
The quickest way to get from Lyon to Saillans is to drive which costs €24 - €35 and takes 1h 42m.
No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Saillans. However, there are services departing from Lyon Perrache and arriving at Saillans Pont Algoud via Valence Gare Routiere I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Saillans. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Saillans via Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
The distance between Lyon and Saillans is 120 km. The road distance is 145.4 km.
The best way to get from Lyon to Saillans without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €28 - €85.
It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Lyon to Saillans, including transfers.
Lyon to Saillans bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon Perrache station.
Lyon to Saillans train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.
The best way to get from Lyon to Saillans is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €28 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €29 and takes 3h 22m.
- Distance: 120 km
- Duration: 2h 33m
What companies run services between Lyon, France and Saillans, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?
You can take a train from Lyon to Saillans via Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon to Saillans via Valence Gare Routiere I in around 3h 22m.
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €32 - €37
- 1st Class
- €27 - €32
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €35 - €65
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
Train from Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud to Saillans
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €25 - €45
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
Train from Lyon Jean Macé to Valence
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €35 - €70
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
- Phone
- +352 24 89 24 89
- Website
- cfl.lu
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €3
- Website
- https://www.cfl.lu/
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €26
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €14 - €20
- Rail 1st Class
- €20 - €26
Train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Saillans
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €9 - €18
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €9 - €14
- Rail 1st Class
- €14 - €18
Train from Lyon Jean Mace to Valence Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 9m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €14 - €26
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €14 - €21
- Rail 1st Class
- €21 - €26
Bus from Valence Gare Routiere I to Saillans Pont Algoud
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 14m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €8 - €12
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- Schedules at
- https://www.sncf.com/en/booking-itinerary/timetables
Bus from Lyon Perrache to Valence Gare Routiere I
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €16 - €22
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- Schedules at
- https://www.sncf.com/en/booking-itinerary/timetables
- Phone
- +41 584483500
- info@postauto.ch
- Website
- postauto.ch
Bus from Valence Gare Routière to Saillans-Pont-Algoud
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 14m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €7
- Website
- https://www.postauto.ch
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Lyon Perrache to Valence France
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €10 - €15
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
- Book at
- https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Valence - Centre
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €6 - €10
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
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Lyon to Saillans bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Saillans Pont Algoud station.
Lyon to Saillans train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at Saillans station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Saillans is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Lyon to Saillans.
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