What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus is to drive which costs SFr 55 - SFr 80 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Sankt Niklaus?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at St. Niklaus VS via Genève and Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus?

The distance between Lyon and Sankt Niklaus is 374 km. The road distance is 337.6 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 280.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Sankt Niklaus train from?

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

Where does the Lyon to Sankt Niklaus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Sankt Niklaus is 338 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus?

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Where can I stay near Sankt Niklaus?

There are 1956+ hotels available in Sankt Niklaus.

Lyon to Sankt Niklaus - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lyon to Sankt Niklaus 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 Visptrain Ir90 / ...
5h 30m
CHF 100–280
Drive 337.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lyon to Sankt Niklauscar 337.6 km
4h 11m
CHF 56–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Lausannebus FlixBus 1629 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Visptrain Ir95 / ...
7h 2m
CHF 74–201

Lyon to Sankt Niklaus by train

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Distance: 373.9 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Sankt Niklaus, Canton du Valais, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to St. Niklaus VS via Genève and Visp in around 5h 30m.

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