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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Montreux is to bus which costs SFr 26 - SFr 50 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Montreux is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Montreux?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Montreux. However, there are services departing from Lyon Perrache Bus Station and arriving at Lausanne, gare via Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Montreux?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Montreux. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Montreux via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Lyon to Montreux?

The distance between Lyon and Montreux is 246 km. The road distance is 235.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Montreux without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Lyon to Montreux, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Montreux bus from?

Lyon to Montreux bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Lyon Perrache Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Montreux train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Montreux?

The best way to get from Lyon to Montreux is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 50 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Lyon to Montreux bus arrive?

Lyon to Montreux bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lausanne Bus Station.

Where does the Lyon to Montreux train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Montreux?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Montreux is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Lyon to Montreux.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Montreux?

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There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Montreux by train (TGV), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Montreuxtrain Re33 / ...
3h 24m
CHF 53–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon Perrache Bus Station to Lausanne Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
4h 17m
CHF 26–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Genève to Montreuxtrain Re33 / ...
3h 29m
CHF 39–106
Drive 235.7 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Montreuxcar 235.7 km
2h 40m
CHF 40–57

Lyon to Montreux by train

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Distance: 246.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Montreux via Genève in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lyon Perrache Bus Station to Lausanne Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 14–21 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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