Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by train + bus
This route from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 3h 37m in total, run by SNCF, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is bus, at 2h 45m.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €27
- Total journey
- 3h 37m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- SNCF, FlixBus
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The journey, step by step
- 1Lyon to Geneva
SNCF2h 02mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Geneva - 2Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
FlixBus1h 15mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €12Omio catalogue, Sep 20 | 2h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€12Omio catalogue, Sep 202h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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 Sun, Sep 20
Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by train: common questions
How long does Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 3h 37m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
The best price in our latest check was €27. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
SNCF, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 2h 45m. It is cheaper too, at €12.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Lyon Chamonix-Mont-Blanc train
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