What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette is to bus which costs €19 - €29 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Orcières-Merlette?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Orcières-Merlette. However, there are services departing from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station and arriving at Orcières 1850 - Gare Routière via Les Cheminots. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Orcières-Merlette?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Gap via Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette?

The distance between Lyon and Orcières-Merlette is 243 km. The road distance is 214.7 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette without a car is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs €19 - €29.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Orcières-Merlette bus from?

Lyon to Orcières-Merlette bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Orcières-Merlette train from?

Lyon to Orcières-Merlette train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette?

The best way to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs €19 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €100 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Lyon to Orcières-Merlette bus arrive?

Lyon to Orcières-Merlette bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Gap station.

Where does the Lyon to Orcières-Merlette train arrive?

Lyon to Orcières-Merlette train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Orcières-Merlette is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette.

Where can I stay near Orcières-Merlette?

There are 1399+ hotels available in Orcières-Merlette.

Lyon to Orcières-Merlette - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lyon to Orcières-Merlette by bus, train (TGV, Renfe), car, train (TGV), or train

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best
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Gapbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 10m
€19–29
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sudtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Gaptrain Ter
6h 13m
€46–96
Drive 214.7 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Orcières-Merlettecar 214.7 km
2h 54m
€34–49
Train via Grenoble
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Grenobletrain Ter
2. Take the train from Grenoble to Gaptrain Ter
6h 55m
€51–95
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Grenobletrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Alsace-Lorraine to Gare SNCFbus T91
7h 4m
€40–62

Lyon to Orcières-Merlette by bus and foot

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6h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Orcières-Merlette, France?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Gap once daily. Tickets cost €14–23 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Orcières Village Mairie via Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud, Gap, and Les Cheminots in around 6h 13m.

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