- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from ancient civilizations to European masters.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 16 buses that leave Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station for Paris Gare de Lyon on Sat, Jun 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 469 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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.
80098 · 94766
80012 · 5130
80098 · 94766
FlixBus · FlixBus
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51840
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 291 miles (469 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $137 Average price | $134 Average price | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $134 (€108).
A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $137 (€110).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 51m.
Bus takes on average 8h 13m.
Tickets start at around $74 (€60) compared to roughly $192 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $118 (€95). The journey takes 8h 13m versus 5h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 7h49 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
The table below shows live departures for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Paris Gare de Lyon buses for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:25 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 8h20 | 7:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 2:50 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 9h00 | 11:50 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
80012 · 5130 | 6:00 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 11h05 | 5:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
51840 | 9:35 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 8h55 | 6:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 9h55 | 8:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
85000 · 1748 | 11:30 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 10h30 | 10:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
80098 · 94766 | 1:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 9h45 | 10:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
80098 · 94766 | 1:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 9h45 | 10:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 11h30 | 3:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 11h15 | 3:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 11h40 | 6:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 10h50 | 5:10 AM Massy, Gare de Massy Palaiseau | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 9h00 | 5:15 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 10h00 | 6:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 9h10 | 6:00 AM Massy, Gare de Massy Palaiseau | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 10h00 | 6:50 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 291 miles (469 km) distance in 7h 49m.
Distance 291 miles (469 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 49m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de Lyon trip today.
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from ancient civilizations to European masters.
A landmark museum in a former railway station, best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections.
Major modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out design and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
One of Paris’s most beautiful squares, lined with red-brick arcades and a classic stop for strolling in the Marais.
Historic district known for elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets that remain highly popular with visitors.
Classic Paris garden with tree-lined promenades, statues, chairs, and a refined Left Bank atmosphere.
Classic Parisian onion soup made with slow-cooked onions, rich broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese. It is a traditional bistro staple closely associated with Paris.
A quintessential French brasserie dish of grilled steak served with fries, often with pepper or béarnaise sauce. It is widely loved in Parisian dining culture.
A famous Paris café sandwich of bread, ham, and melted cheese, sometimes topped with béchamel. It is a classic quick meal found across Paris.
Popular bistro near the station with vintage décor, hearty French comfort food, and a warm neighborhood feel. Good for a casual but characterful meal.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famous for ornate Belle Époque interiors and classic French cuisine. Ideal for a memorable meal steps from the platforms.
Well-known traditional brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, serving seafood, French classics, and generous platters in a lively Art Nouveau setting.
Paris is pricey for dining and hotels. Around Gare de Lyon, station cafés and restaurants often cost more than outer neighborhoods.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change for café table service is fine.
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