What is the cheapest way to get from Grenoble to Rio?

The cheapest way to get from Grenoble to Rio is to bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 10h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grenoble to Rio?

The fastest way to get from Grenoble to Rio is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Grenoble and Rio?

No, there is no direct bus from Grenoble to Rio. However, there are services departing from Grenoble and arriving at Sesta Godano via La Spezia - Instituto Cardarelli and La Spezia Via Chiodo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Grenoble and Rio?

No, there is no direct train from Grenoble to Rio. However, there are services departing from Grenoble and arriving at Levanto via Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Torino Porta Susa, Torino Lingotto and Genova Brignole. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Grenoble to Rio?

The distance between Grenoble and Rio is 516 km. The road distance is 476.3 km.

How do I travel from Grenoble to Rio without a car?

The best way to get from Grenoble to Rio without a car is to train which takes 8h 56m and costs €85 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Grenoble to Rio?

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Grenoble to Rio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grenoble to Rio bus from?

Grenoble to Rio bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Grenoble station.

Where do I catch the Grenoble to Rio train from?

Grenoble to Rio train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Grenoble station.

Train or bus from Grenoble to Rio?

The best way to get from Grenoble to Rio is to train which takes 8h 56m and costs €85 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Grenoble to Rio bus arrive?

Grenoble to Rio bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at La Spezia station.

Where does the Grenoble to Rio train arrive?

Grenoble to Rio train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Chambery Challes Les Eaux station.

Can I drive from Grenoble to Rio?

Yes, the driving distance between Grenoble to Rio is 476 km. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Grenoble to Rio.

Where can I stay near Rio?

There are 4655+ hotels available in Rio.

Grenoble to Rio - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Grenoble to Rio by train (TGV, Trenitalia), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Grenoble to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Torino Porta Susatrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Torino Lingotto to Genova Brignoletrain
4. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Levantotrain Ic
8h 56m
€87–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grenoble to La Speziabus 503
10h 4m
€48–79
Drive 476.3 km
1. Drive from Grenoble to Riocar 476.3 km
5h 7m
€75–108
Train via La Spezia Stazione FS Via Fiume
1. Take the train from Grenoble to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Torino Porta Susatrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Torino Lingotto to Genova P.Za Principetrain
4. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to La Spezia Centraletrain Fb / ...
10h 29m
€64–245
Train #2
1. Take the train from Grenoble to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Torino Porta Susatrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Torino Lingotto to La Spezia Centraletrain Fr
10h 37m
€65–175

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Distance: 516 km
Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Grenoble, France and Rio, Liguria, Italy?

You can take a train from Grenoble to Rio via Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Torino Porta Susa, Torino Lingotto, Genova Brignole, and Levanto in around 8h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Grenoble to La Spezia 5 times a week. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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