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

The cheapest way to get from Nanterre to Lyon is to bus which costs €24 - €65 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nanterre to Lyon is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €50 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Nanterre and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Nanterre to Lyon station. However, there are services departing from Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal and arriving at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Nanterre and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Nanterre to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Nanterre - Préfecture and arriving at Lyon Perrache via Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Nanterre to Lyon?

The distance between Nanterre and Lyon is 445 km. The road distance is 472.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nanterre to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €50 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Nanterre to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nanterre to Lyon bus from?

Nanterre to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nanterre to Lyon train from?

Nanterre to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Train or bus from Nanterre to Lyon?

The best way to get from Nanterre to Lyon is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €65 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Nanterre to Lyon bus arrive?

Nanterre to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the Nanterre to Lyon train arrive?

Nanterre to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Perrache station.

Can I drive from Nanterre to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Nanterre to Lyon is 473 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Nanterre to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3921+ hotels available in Lyon.

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There are 5 ways to get from Nanterre to Lyon by train (TGV, Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Lyon Perrachetrain Tgv
2h 42m
€54–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 41m
€25–61
Drive 472.9 km
1. Drive from Nanterre to Lyoncar 472.9 km
4h 30m
€76–109
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Nanterre - Préfecture to Châtelet - Les Hallestrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane CDG - LYS
3h 47m
€127–323
Bus via Nanterre - Préfecture
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Lyonbus 709 / ...
7h 51m
€39–65

Nanterre to Lyon by train

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Distance: 444.7 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Nanterre, France and Lyon, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Lyon Perrache hourly. Tickets cost €80–120 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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