What is the cheapest way to get from Mont Cenis to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Mont Cenis to Lyon is to drive and bus which costs €27 - €45 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mont Cenis to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Mont Cenis to Lyon is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Mont Cenis and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Mont Cenis to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Modane and arriving at Lyon Jean Mace via Montmélian and St Andre Le Gaz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Mont Cenis to Lyon?

The distance between Mont Cenis and Lyon is 237 km. The road distance is 230 km.

How do I travel from Mont Cenis to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Mont Cenis to Lyon without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 55m and costs €95 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Mont Cenis to Lyon?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Mont Cenis to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mont Cenis to Lyon train from?

Mont Cenis to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Modane station.

Where does the Mont Cenis to Lyon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mont Cenis to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Mont Cenis to Lyon is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Mont Cenis to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3930+ hotels available in Lyon.

Mont Cenis to Lyon - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Mont Cenis to Lyon by taxi, train, car, or bus

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Mont Cenis to Modanetaxi
2. Take the train from Modane to Lyon Part Dieutrain Fr
2h 55m
€100–149
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Mont Cenis to Oulxcar
2. Take the bus from Oulx to Lyonbus 480 / ...
3h 42m
€27–41
Drive 230 km
1. Drive from Mont Cenis to Lyoncar 230 km
2h 36m
€37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Modane to Montméliantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Montmélian to St Andre Le Gaztrain Ter
3. Take the train from St Andre Le Gaz to Lyon Jean Macetrain Ter
5h 27m
€120–173

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Distance: 236.9 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Mont Cenis, France and Lyon, France?

You can take a vehicle from Mont Cenis to Lyon Jean Mace via Modane, Montmélian, and St Andre Le Gaz in around 5h 27m.

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