How to travel from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon

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Compare train and bus for Aix-les-Bains to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $30.

Distance: 52 miles (84 km)

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Driving

$30

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$14

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$38

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1h 50m

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1h 20m

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1h 59m

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1h 29m

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1h 19m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $12.

This is compared to other travel options from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon:

A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon costing on average $30.

The fastest way to travel from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aix-les-Bains and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3m faster (1h 16m by train vs 1h 19m by car) and roughly $9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 vs $38). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon

How to get from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:15 PM1h20
    Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial
    7:35 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:15 PM1h20
    Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial
    7:35 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TER17952
    12:41 PM1h11
    Aix-les-Bains - Le Revard
    1:52 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER17944
    8:41 AM1h11
    Aix-les-Bains - Le Revard
    9:52 AMLyon Part Dieu
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER17958
    4:41 PM1h11
    Aix-les-Bains - Le Revard
    5:52 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER17946
    10:41 AM1h11
    Aix-les-Bains - Le Revard
    11:52 AMLyon Part Dieu
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:35 PM1h20
    Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial
    3:55 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 AM1h25
    Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial
    10:00 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:55 AM1h50
    Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial
    1:45 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon

Travel to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Aix-les-Bains and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $12.

This is compared to other travel options from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon:

A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon costing on average $30.

The fastest way to travel from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 54m.

The distance from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon is approximately 52 miles (84 km).
The average frequency per day from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aix-les-Bains and Lyon as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Aix-les-Bains - Le Revard and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Aix-les-Bains, Durmettaz Centre Commercial and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Trenitalia to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus.
  • 6 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Trenitalia.
Omio customers who travel from Aix-les-Bains to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lyon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.
For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.
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