The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 18 buses that leave Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for Lyon every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80012 | 05:00 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 3h40 | 08:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:15 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 4h00 | 10:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
85000 | 10:30 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 3h45 | 14:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
80098 | 12:00 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 3h05 | 15:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
1716 | 13:20 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 4h30 | 17:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:45 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 4h00 | 17:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
80014 | 14:10 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 3h45 | 17:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
1726 | 15:00 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 3h35 | 18:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
50952 · 51660 | 16:00 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 3h55 | 19:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:20 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 3h10 | 20:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:15 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 3h05 | 22:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:50 Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 4h05 | 23:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon
Buses from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Alsa, SNCF Bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to LyonYou can travel by bus between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Alsa, SNCF Bus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Lyon
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station, especially during peak hours.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 01, 02, 03 Train: Mont Blanc Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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