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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Châteauroux is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Châteauroux is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Châteauroux?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Châteauroux. However, there are services departing from Lyon and arriving at Chateauroux Gare Routiere via Pré-Doulet and Bourges. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Châteauroux?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Châteauroux. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Chateauroux via Vierzon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Lyon to Châteauroux?

The distance between Lyon and Châteauroux is 420 km. The road distance is 314.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Châteauroux without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €70 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Lyon to Châteauroux, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Châteauroux bus from?

Lyon to Châteauroux bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Châteauroux train from?

Lyon to Châteauroux train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Châteauroux?

The best way to get from Lyon to Châteauroux is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €70 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Lyon to Châteauroux bus arrive?

Lyon to Châteauroux bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bourges station.

Where does the Lyon to Châteauroux train arrive?

Lyon to Châteauroux train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Vierzon Ville station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Châteauroux?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Châteauroux is 314 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Lyon to Châteauroux.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Châteauroux?

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Where can I stay near Châteauroux?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Vierzon Villetrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Vierzon Ville to Chateaurouxtrain Intercités / ...
4h 54m
€71–138
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lyon to Bourgesbus N724 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bourges to Chateauroux Gare Routierebus Autocar
7h 38m
€36–72
Drive 314.1 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Châteaurouxcar 314.1 km
3h 57m
€49–71

Lyon to Châteauroux by train

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Distance: 420.2 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Châteauroux, France?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Chateauroux via Vierzon Ville in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon to Chateauroux Gare Routiere via Bourges, Pré-Doulet, Gare SNCF, and Bourges in around 7h 38m.

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