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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cluses to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 138 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cluses to Lyon:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cluses to Lyon costing on average £34.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 2h 51m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Lyon from Cluses by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cluses to Lyon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Lyon are Grenoble, Paris, Avignon, Saint-Étienne and Annecy. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Lyon on Omio.
Grenoble is an Alpine city known for its universities, research centres and lively student life. Set between three mountain ranges, it combines a compact old town with a practical, outdoors-focused character.
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.
Saint-Étienne is known for its industrial heritage, design scene and deep football culture. Former mining and manufacturing districts sit alongside student life, modern cultural venues and quick access to the Pilat countryside.
Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.
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This is compared to other travel options from Cluses to Lyon:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cluses to Lyon costing on average £34.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cluses and Lyon as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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