How to Get from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon is 157 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 40m by bus. The trip takes 4h 52m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon by price and travel time (route calculated on 13 November 2026).
- First bus at 05:15, last at 21:15
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 157 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
157 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €27Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 4h 52m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €12Omio catalogue, Nov 13 | 1h 40mFastestdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€27Our estimate, not a fare we saw4h 52m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€12Omio catalogue, Nov 131h 40m · directFastestSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Chamonix-Mont-Blanc → Lyon Saint-Exupérybus
BlaBlaCar Bus·3h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon
FlixBus publishes departures from 05:15 to 21:15.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 05:15 | 21:15 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 4 | 07:00 | 16:10 |
All departures FlixBus
- 05:15
- 06:15
- 08:15
- 09:30
- 10:30
- 12:45
- 13:45
- 15:45
- 19:20
- 21:15
All departures BlaBlaCar Bus
- 07:00
- 12:30
- 14:00
- 16:10
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Nov 13.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
BlaBlaCar BusChamonix-Mont-Blanc-Lyon Saint-Exupéry, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc-GenevaBook →
SNCFGeneva-LyonBook →On this route you travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF.
How the Trip from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 13 November 2026. Start with a BlaBlaCar Bus bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon Saint-Exupéry, about 3h. In total it's roughly €13 over 3h, direct, no transfers.
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Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon?
Routavio's route check on 13 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 3h by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 05:15 and the last at 21:15, according to the published timetable.
How far is Lyon from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
About 157 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €13. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF.
Can you get from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 1h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to Next
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF
Route calculated: 13 Nov 2026