How to travel from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chambéry, France

The distance between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry is around 87km (54 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 52min.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chambéry by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ChambéryLyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Chambery Challes Les Eaux.

  • Duration57min
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €33($33)
Operated byTGV inOui+ 1 others
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Chambéry.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €8($8)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Chambéry.

  • Duration52min
  • Distance87km (54 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry

There are several options for getting from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chambéry by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €8 ($8) and will take around 1hr. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 52min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €16 ($16).

The distance between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry is around 87km (54 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 68km (42 miles)

It takes around 57min to get from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 52min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chambéry is to drive which takes around 52min and will set you back approx €16 ($16).

The cheapest way to travel between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €8 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry. It typically takes around 57min and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 57min.

TGV inOui and Trenitalia run train services between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 57min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry. It typically takes around 1hr and departs 4 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry with no changeovers required. The bus runs 4 times a day and takes 1hr.

FlixBus and Blablabus run regular bus services between Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 1hr on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Chambéry from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) is to drive which will take 52min and cost around €16 ($16).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chambéry. We recommend that you take the train to Chambery Challes Les Eaux. instead which will take 57min.

The closest major airport to Chambéry is Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) (LYS) which is approximately 68km (42 miles) from Chambéry. Dole-Jura Airport (DLE) (DLE) and Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) (NCE) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry. The distance is around 87km (54 miles) by road and it will take around 52min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chambéry is to take the train which takes, on average, 57min and will usually cost around €33 ($33).

How do I get from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chambéry

Compare travel optionsbetween Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Chambéry

Transport options from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Chambéry
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
57min
€33($33)
every 20 mins90km (56 miles)
Bus
1hr
€8($8)
4 times a day87km (54 miles)
Drive
52min
€16($16)
on demand87km (54 miles)

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Airports near Chambéry

The following major airports near Chambéry offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

LYS
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)
International Airport
Distance
68km (42 miles) from Chambéry
DLE
Dole-Jura Airport (DLE)
Domestic Airport
Distance
168km (104 miles) from Chambéry
NCE
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
International Airport
Distance
235km (146 miles) from Chambéry