What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Val Thorens?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Val Thorens is to bus which costs €16 - €28 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Val Thorens?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Val Thorens is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Val Thorens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at Val Thorens. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Lyon to Val Thorens?

The distance between Lyon and Val Thorens is 216 km. The road distance is 206.7 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Val Thorens without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Val Thorens without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs €16 - €28.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Val Thorens?

The bus from Lyon to Val Thorens takes 3h 25m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Val Thorens bus from?

Lyon to Val Thorens bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Where does the Lyon to Val Thorens bus arrive?

Lyon to Val Thorens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Val Thorens station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Val Thorens?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Val Thorens is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Lyon to Val Thorens.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Val Thorens?

Book your Lyon to Val Thorens bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Val Thorens?

There are 8351+ hotels available in Val Thorens.

Lyon to Val Thorens - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Val Thorens by bus, train, taxi, car, or shuttle

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1. Take the bus from Lyon to Val Thorensbus Ski74
3h 25m
€16–28
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Jean De Maurienne Arvantrain Fr
2. Take the taxi from St Jean De Maurienne Arvan to Val Thorenstaxi
3h 33m
€117–156
Drive 206.7 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Val Thorenscar 206.7 km
2h 23m
€32–47
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Lyon Airport to Val Thorens Arollesshuttle
4h 49m
€66–91

Lyon to Val Thorens by bus

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3h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.4 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Val Thorens, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Lyon to Val Thorens twice a week. Tickets cost €16–28 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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