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Thinking about taking the train from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Lyon? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 56 minutes to travel the 91 miles (146 km) from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Lyon by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You'll be hopping on one of SNCF's TER or Intercités trains during your journey, both of which offer comfortable seating and space for luggage.
Train tickets from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Lyon start from £37.72 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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First train | 06:28 | |
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Last train | 19:28 | |
Departure station | Saint-Gervais-les-Bains | |
Arrival station | Lyon | |
Journey time | From 6h 54m | |
Distance | 91 miles (146 km) | |
Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
Changes | 3 changes | |
Price | From £37.72 | |
Train and bus operators |
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Lyon by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.