How to travel from Bollene to Lyon

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Compare bus and train for Bollene to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bollene to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. 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 $24, while a train costs an average of $50.

Distance: 101 miles (163 km)

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$50

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$24

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$57

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2h 24m

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1h 54m

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4h 16m

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3h 46m

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1h 54m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bollene to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $24.

This is compared to other travel options from Bollene to Lyon:

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bollene to Lyon costing on average $50.

The fastest way to travel from Bollene to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bollene and Lyon including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bollene to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $50 compared to roughly $57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8. The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 54m 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.

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from Bollene to Lyon

How to get from Bollene to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

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train

The best way to travel from Bollene to Lyon is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER
    8:45 AM1h55
    Bollene
    10:40 AMLyon
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • TER
    8:45 AM1h55
    Bollene
    10:40 AMLyon
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TER
    8:45 AM1h55
    Bollene
    10:40 AMLyon
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER
    7:45 AM1h55
    Bollene
    9:40 AMLyon
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bollene 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 Bollene to Lyon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bollene and Lyon including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bollene to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $24.

This is compared to other travel options from Bollene to Lyon:

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bollene to Lyon costing on average $50.

The fastest way to travel from Bollene to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 16m.

The distance from Bollene to Lyon is approximately 101 miles (163 km).
The average frequency per day from Bollene to Lyon is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bollene to Lyon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bollène - La Croisière and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bollène, Péage (McDonald`s) 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 Bollene to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bollene to Lyon:
  • 7 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Omio customers who travel from Bollene 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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