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Musée Savoisien
Regional museum presenting Savoie traditions, Alpine life and local history through costumes, objects and immersive displays.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£42
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£74
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
2 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
3 h 25 m
Trains on 16 Oct
5
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Chambéry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Chambéry will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 5 trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Chambéry, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 453 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.










Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Chambéry run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 16:46. The fastest train covers the 453 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 453 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 7:46 |
Last train 16:46 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Chambéry trains for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6937 | On time 9:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h49 | 12:35 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 0 changesdirect | |
6609+ 18513 | 10:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h16 | 14:16 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 1 change | |
6911+ 17574 | 10:14 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h05 | 14:19 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 1 change | |
6611+ 18515 | 11:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h16 | 15:16 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 1 change | |
6941 | 12:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h50 | 15:36 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 0 changesdirect | |
6685+ 18519 | 12:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h23 | 17:15 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 1 change | |
9255 | 14:48 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h51 | 17:39 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 0 changesdirect | |
6619+ 18523 | 15:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h16 | 19:16 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 1 change | |
6919+ 17584 | 15:14 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h04 | 19:18 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 15:25 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h17 | 18:42 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 0 changesdirect | |
6621+ 18525 | 15:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h24 | 20:16 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 1 change | |
9777+ 882125 · 883681 | 16:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h07 | 20:25 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 2 changes | |
6949 | 17:46 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h54 | 20:40 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
![]() | 4:28 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h36 | 8:04 Chambéry | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Regional museum presenting Savoie traditions, Alpine life and local history through costumes, objects and immersive displays.
Fine arts museum in a former grain market, known for Italian paintings and well-presented collections in the heart of the historic centre.
Museum devoted to Jean-Jacques Rousseau at Les Charmettes, his former residence, with gardens and exhibits linked to his life and writings.
Atmospheric old town square with colourful façades, arcades and lively surroundings; ideal for appreciating Chambéry’s historic character.
Pedestrian street lined with historic buildings, passageways and shops; one of the best places for a relaxed walk through the centre.
Large urban park with lawns, paths and mature trees near the centre; a pleasant break between museums and old-town sightseeing.
A Savoyard gratin of potatoes, onions, bacon and cream, baked until rich and golden. A mountain staple linked to Alpine farm cooking.
Thin slices of cured beef from Savoie, often served with pickles and bread. It reflects the region’s long tradition of preserving mountain meat.
A communal pot of melted local cheeses such as Beaufort, Comté and Emmental, eaten with bread. It is a classic cold-weather Alpine meal.
Refined dining room serving polished French cuisine with regional products. Suitable for a more elegant meal in Chambéry.
Cosy local address for hearty Savoy specialities, including tartiflette and crozets, with a friendly bistro atmosphere.
Traditional Savoyard restaurant known for fondue, raclette and other Alpine classics in a warm, rustic setting near the old centre.
Moderate for France: hotels can rise in ski season, but dining and local transport are usually cheaper than in major Alpine resorts.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Most Paris Gare de Lyon to Chambéry trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Gare de Lyon and Chambéry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux is 1 km from Chambéry city centre. Public transport options include:
Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: BChef, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Thu: 09:00 - 16:15, Fri: 10:15 - 17:30, Sat: 09:00 - 16:15. Information desks are located to the right side of the entrance.
Available at Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux: Accessible facilities such as toilets, train platforms, and ramps and additional assistance as needed.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Mercure Chambéry Centre, Hotel Actuel Chambery Centre, B&B Hotel.
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