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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Saanen is to drive which costs SFr 45 - SFr 70 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Saanen is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Saanen?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Saanen. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Saanen via Genève and Montreux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Lyon to Saanen?

The distance between Lyon and Saanen is 286 km. The road distance is 273.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Saanen without a car is to train and line 30 train which takes 5h 45m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Lyon to Saanen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Saanen train from?

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

Where does the Lyon to Saanen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Saanen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Saanen is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Lyon to Saanen.

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

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Where can I stay near Saanen?

There are 942+ hotels available in Saanen.

Lyon to Saanen - 3 ways to travel via train, line 30 train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Lyon to Saanen by train (TGV), car, bus, or train

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Train, line 30 train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Montreuxtrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Montreux to Saanentrain 30 / ...
5h 45m
CHF 73–162
Drive 273.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lyon to Saanencar 273.6 km
3h 37m
CHF 46–66
Bus, train, line 30 train
1. Take the bus from Lyon Perrache Bus Station to Geneva Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Genève to Montreuxtrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Montreux to Saanentrain 30 / ...
6h 10m
CHF 58–127

Lyon to Saanen by train

105Weekly Trains

5h 45mAverage Duration

CHF 73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.8 km
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saanen via Genève and Montreux in around 5h 45m.

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