How far is Lyon from Chamonix Mont Blanc?

The distance between Lyon and Chamonix Mont Blanc is approximately 158 km (98 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc?

Buses departing from Lyon Airport in Lyon will take you to Chamonix Sud in Chamonix Mont Blanc.

Bus Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	11:50pm	Chamonix Sud	Cheapest
Bus	11:35am	Aéroport LYS	3h	2:35pm	Chamonix Sud	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:35pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Aéroport LYS	3h	11:50pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	10:25am	Chamonix Sud	Cheapest
Bus	11:35am	Aéroport LYS	3h	2:35pm	Chamonix Sud	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:35pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Perrache	4h 5m	11:45am	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	11:50pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	10:25am	Chamonix Sud	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Aéroport LYS	2h 45m	3:50pm	Chamonix Sud	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:35pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Perrache	3h	8:00am	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Aéroport LYS	3h 40m	4:20pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:35pm	Chamonix Sud	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Aéroport LYS	2h 45m	3:50pm	Chamonix Sud	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	10:25am	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Perrache	3h	8:00am	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Aéroport LYS	3h 40m	4:20pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	10:25am	Chamonix Sud	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Aéroport LYS	2h 45m	3:50pm	Chamonix Sud	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:35pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Perrache	3h	8:00am	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	12:40pm	Aéroport LYS	3h 40m	4:20pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 25m	10:25am	Chamonix Sud	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Aéroport LYS	2h 45m	3:50pm	Chamonix Sud	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:35pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Perrache	3h	8:00am	Chamonix Sud	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	11:50pm	Chamonix Sud	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:10 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Chamonix Mont Blanc. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

158 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $114	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $75	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,135 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, the service is praised for being punctual, comfortable, and secure. However, there have been complaints about locked toilets during a 4-hour trip with no stops provided for passengers to use restrooms. When passengers requested access to the restroom, they were met with refusal and rude behavior from the driver.

BlaBlaBus Lyon Chamonix Mont Blanc recent customer reviews

Driver didn’t allow people to get on bus till time of departure. Bus was late leaving and even later arriving. Seat rows were extremely close together with our knees hitting the back of the seat ahead. Disappointing compared to other buses we’ve taken in the area.

Edward M.

June 13, 2024

The only thing is there was not good signage in the bus station on where to find the blahblahbus waiting area.

Heidi K.

October 3, 2023

Need extra legroom option. Seat assignments are not adhered to. Give stops and times along route for eating options.

Patrice B.

April 25, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11359 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $26

FlixBus Lyon Chamonix Mont Blanc recent customer reviews

The seats were comfortable but the driver didn’t remind people that there was assigned seating

Tamara A.

August 21, 2024

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,135 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

According to customer reviews, the service is praised for being punctual, comfortable, and secure. However, there have been complaints about locked toilets during a 4-hour trip with no stops provided for passengers to use restrooms. When passengers requested access to the restroom, they were met with refusal and rude behavior from the driver.

BlaBlaBus Lyon Chamonix Mont Blanc recent customer reviews

Driver didn’t allow people to get on bus till time of departure. Bus was late leaving and even later arriving. Seat rows were extremely close together with our knees hitting the back of the seat ahead. Disappointing compared to other buses we’ve taken in the area.

Edward M.

June 13, 2024

The only thing is there was not good signage in the bus station on where to find the blahblahbus waiting area.

Heidi K.

October 3, 2023

Need extra legroom option. Seat assignments are not adhered to. Give stops and times along route for eating options.

Patrice B.

April 25, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11359 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $26

FlixBus Lyon Chamonix Mont Blanc recent customer reviews

The seats were comfortable but the driver didn’t remind people that there was assigned seating

Tamara A.

August 21, 2024

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Chamonix Mont Blanc?

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Stops in Chamonix Mont Blanc

A - Chamonix Sud

B - Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

C - Chamonix Centre

D - Chamonix Mont Blanc - France

E - Place de la Mer de Glace

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc by bus

How far is Lyon from Chamonix Mont Blanc?
The distance between Lyon and Chamonix Mont Blanc is approximately 158 km (98 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc?
Buses departing from Lyon Airport in Lyon will take you to Chamonix Sud in Chamonix Mont Blanc.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

$26

11-17

$26

Today

$23

11-19

$23

11-20

$23

11-21

$23

11-22

$23

11-23

$23

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $42 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Chamonix Mont Blanc based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-20.