How to get from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
- 157 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 2h 45m
- 14 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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We compared the ways to travel from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 45m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 157 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 23, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
157 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €27Reading date not recorded | 3h 37m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €11Omio catalogue, Oct 2 | 2h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€27Reading date not recorded3h 37m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€11Omio catalogue, Oct 22h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Lyon Saint-Exupéry → Chamonix-Mont-Blancbus
FlixBus·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Departures from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
FlixBus runs 14 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:05 and the last at 14:10.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 14 | 05:05 | 14:10 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 4 | 09:00 | 22:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Oct 2
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusLyon Saint-Exupéry-Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Geneva-Chamonix-Mont-BlancBook →
SNCFLyon-GenevaBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, SNCF; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, about 2h 45m. In total it's roughly €12 over 2h 45m, direct, no transfers.
Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc: common questions
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
The most useful route takes about 2h 45m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 05:05 and the last at 14:10, from Lyon Saint-Exupéry, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
14 a day with FlixBus, between 05:05 and 14:10.
Which station does the bus from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc leave from?
Lyon Saint-Exupéry with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Chamonix-Mont-Blanc from Lyon?
About 157 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €12. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SNCF.
What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 23 Sep 2026