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

The cheapest way to get from Monthey to Lyon is to bus via Évian-les-Bains which costs €26 - €50 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monthey to Lyon is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Monthey and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Monthey to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Monthey and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via St-Maurice, Genève and Bellegarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Monthey to Lyon?

The distance between Monthey and Lyon is 279 km. The road distance is 231.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Monthey to Lyon without a car is to train via Bellegarde-sur-Valserine which takes 5h 30m and costs €65 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Monthey to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monthey to Lyon train from?

Monthey to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from St-Maurice station.

Train or bus from Monthey to Lyon?

The best way to get from Monthey to Lyon is to train via Bellegarde-sur-Valserine which takes 5h 30m and costs €65 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Monthey to Lyon train arrive?

Monthey to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Genève station.

Can I drive from Monthey to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Monthey to Lyon is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Monthey to Lyon.

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

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Monthey to Lyon by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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 Bellegarde-sur-Valserine
best
1. Take the train from St-Maurice to Genèvetrain Re33 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
5h 30m
€66–138
Bus via Évian-les-Bains
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Evian-les-Bains to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 18m
€27–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Martigny to Lyonbus FlixBus N1157
6h 16m
€31–61
Drive 231.4 km
1. Drive from Monthey to Lyoncar 231.4 km
3h 4m
€41–58
Train
1. Take the train from Bex to Annemassetrain Re33
2. Take the train from Annemasse to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
5h 38m
€83–126

Monthey to Lyon by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 30mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 279.3 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Monthey to Lyon Part Dieu via St-Maurice, Genève, and Bellegarde in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Martigny to Lyon 6 times a week. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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