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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Orsières is to bus which costs SFr 28 - SFr 55 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Orsières is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Orsières?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Orsières. However, there are services departing from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station and arriving at Orsières, gare via Chamonix and Aosta, Autostazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Orsières?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Orsières. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Orsières via Genève, Martigny and Sembrancher. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Lyon to Orsières?

The distance between Lyon and Orsières is 306 km. The road distance is 264.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Orsières without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Lyon to Orsières, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Orsières bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lyon to Orsières train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Orsières?

The best way to get from Lyon to Orsières is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 28 - SFr 55 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Lyon to Orsières bus arrive?

Lyon to Orsières bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where does the Lyon to Orsières train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Orsières?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Orsières is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Lyon to Orsières.

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

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Where can I stay near Orsières?

There are 3375+ hotels available in Orsières.

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There are 3 ways to get from Lyon to Orsières by train (TGV), bus, 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 Martignytrain Re33 / ...
5h 21m
CHF 74–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus
2. Take the bus from Chamonix to Aostabus
3. Take the bus from Aosta, Autostazione to Orsières, garebus 211
8h 4m
CHF 28–51
Drive 264.5 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Orsièrescar 264.5 km
3h 22m
CHF 44–63

Lyon to Orsières by train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 306.3 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Orsières via Genève, Martigny, and Sembrancher in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Orsières, gare via Chamonix and Aosta, Autostazione in around 8h 4m.

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