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

The cheapest way to get from Samoëns to Lyon is to bus via Geneva which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samoëns to Lyon is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Samoëns and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Samoëns to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Gare Routiere and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere via Cluses 74. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Samoëns and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Samoëns to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Cluses 74 and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Bellegarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Samoëns to Lyon?

The distance between Samoëns and Lyon is 222 km. The road distance is 195.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Samoëns to Lyon without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 17m and costs €35 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Samoëns to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samoëns to Lyon bus from?

Samoëns to Lyon bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Cluses 74 station.

Where do I catch the Samoëns to Lyon train from?

Samoëns to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Cluses 74 station.

Train or bus from Samoëns to Lyon?

The best way to get from Samoëns to Lyon is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Samoëns to Lyon bus arrive?

Samoëns to Lyon bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Samoëns to Lyon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Samoëns to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Samoëns to Lyon is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Samoëns to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3952+ hotels available in Lyon.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gare Routiere to Gare Routierebus Y02
2. Take the train from Geneve to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
4h 17m
€38–69
Bus via Geneva
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gare Routiere to Gare Routierebus Y02
2. Take the bus from Annemasse to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 45m
€20–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cluses 74 to Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routierebus Autocar
4h 25m
€34–51
Drive 195.8 km
1. Drive from Samoëns to Lyoncar 195.8 km
2h 19m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Cluses 74 to Bellegardetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
5h 11m
€37–70

Samoëns to Lyon by bus and train

10Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.5 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

SNCF Bus operates a bus from Cluses 74 to Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere twice a week. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gare Routiere to Lyon Part Dieu via Gare Routiere, Cluses 74, and Bellegarde in around 5h 11m.

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