How far is Lyon from Chamonix?

The distance between the two cities is 98 miles (158 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Chamonix?

Most of the buses traveling from Lyon to Chamonix leave from Lyon Airport and arrive at Chamonix Sud. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Lyon to Chamonix from $12 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TodayJul 12

from $46

TomorrowJul 13

from $33

MonJul 14

from $23

TueJul 15

from $25

WedJul 16

from $20

ThuJul 17

from $17

FriJul 18

from $29

SatJul 19

from $20

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 13 at 8:00pm
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Arrival time: July 13 at 11:50pm
Destination city: Chamonix Mont Blanc
Destination location: Chamonix Sud
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 13 at 1:05pm
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Aéroport LYS
Arrival time: July 13 at 3:50pm
Destination city: Chamonix Mont Blanc
Destination location: Chamonix Sud
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
Departure time: July 13 at 7:00am
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Arrival time: July 13 at 10:25am
Destination city: Chamonix Mont Blanc
Destination location: Chamonix Sud
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 25m
Departure time: July 13 at 5:00am
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Perrache
Arrival time: July 13 at 8:00am
Destination city: Chamonix Mont Blanc
Destination location: Chamonix Sud
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h
Departure time: July 13 at 9:45am
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Arrival time: July 13 at 1:25pm
Destination city: Chamonix Mont Blanc
Destination location: Chamonix Sud
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 40m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Chamonix.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $110	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$45 - $98	Average Duration5h 12m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $48	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Lyon to Chamonix

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Chamonix. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$25

Average bus trip duration3h 40m

Number of daily buses13

Earliest bus departure1:15am

Distance99 miles (159 km)

Latest bus departure11:00pm

Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,480 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, the service is praised for being punctual, comfortable, and secure. However, there have been complaints about locked toilets during a 4-hour trip with no stops provided for passengers to use restrooms. When passengers requested access to the restroom, they were met with refusal and rude behavior from the driver.

BlaBlaBus Lyon Chamonix recent customer reviews

Driver didn’t allow people to get on bus till time of departure. Bus was late leaving and even later arriving. Seat rows were extremely close together with our knees hitting the back of the seat ahead. Disappointing compared to other buses we’ve taken in the area.

Edward M.

June 13, 2024

The only thing is there was not good signage in the bus station on where to find the blahblahbus waiting area.

Heidi K.

October 3, 2023

Need extra legroom option. Seat assignments are not adhered to. Give stops and times along route for eating options.

Patrice B.

April 25, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/59,507 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Lyon Chamonix recent customer reviews

The seats were comfortable but the driver didn’t remind people that there was assigned seating

Tamara A.

August 21, 2024

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,480 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, the service is praised for being punctual, comfortable, and secure. However, there have been complaints about locked toilets during a 4-hour trip with no stops provided for passengers to use restrooms. When passengers requested access to the restroom, they were met with refusal and rude behavior from the driver.

BlaBlaBus Lyon Chamonix recent customer reviews

Driver didn’t allow people to get on bus till time of departure. Bus was late leaving and even later arriving. Seat rows were extremely close together with our knees hitting the back of the seat ahead. Disappointing compared to other buses we’ve taken in the area.

Edward M.

June 13, 2024

The only thing is there was not good signage in the bus station on where to find the blahblahbus waiting area.

Heidi K.

October 3, 2023

Need extra legroom option. Seat assignments are not adhered to. Give stops and times along route for eating options.

Patrice B.

April 25, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/59,507 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Lyon Chamonix recent customer reviews

The seats were comfortable but the driver didn’t remind people that there was assigned seating

Tamara A.

August 21, 2024

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Trenitalia, Rede Expressos, Rede Expressos, Sindbad

Lyon to Chamonix Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Chamonix?

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Les Charrières

D - Lyon

E - Quai de Saoune

F - Villeurbanne INSA

Stops in Chamonix

A - Chamonix Sud

B - Chamonix Centre

C - Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

D - Chamonix Mont Blanc - France

E - Place de la Mer de Glace

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lyon - Chamonix

How far is Lyon from Chamonix?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Chamonix?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/10

$36

07/11

$60

Today

$42

07/13

$30

07/14

$21

07/15

$21

07/16

$18

07/17

$16

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc was searched and found on Jul 17, 2025 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $76 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-07-17.

Usually Flixbus (FR), Comuto Pro (BlaBlaCar Bus) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Lyon to Chamonix.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lyon to Chamonix.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lyon to Chamonix will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lyon to Chamonix, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Bus Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc: Trip Overview

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FlixBus Lyon Chamonix recent customer reviews

BlaBlaBus Lyon Chamonix recent customer reviews

FlixBus Lyon Chamonix recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Chamonix?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lyon - Chamonix

How far is Lyon from Chamonix?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Chamonix?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Lyon by bus?

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