- Must visit
Musée de Grenoble
Major fine arts museum with strong collections from Renaissance to contemporary art, set beside the river in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bourgoin-Jallieu to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourgoin-Jallieu to Grenoble will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bourgoin-Jallieu for Grenoble on Sun, Aug 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest buses will take 1 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourgoin-Jallieu to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bourgoin-Jallieu to Grenoble:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourgoin-Jallieu to Grenoble costing on average $25 (€21).
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about -1h -15m sooner (1h 0m by bus vs 45m by car) and save roughly $-5.06 (€-4.11) compared to fuel and tolls ($18 (€15) vs $13 (€11)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by SNCF Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:49AM | Duration 1h34 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 10:53PM | Arrival Time 12:08AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 11:03PM | Arrival Time 12:31AM | Duration 1h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator SNCF Bus | Departure Time 11:11PM | Arrival Time 12:04AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Bourgoin-Jallieu to Grenoble buses for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:11 PM Bourgoin Jallieu | 0h53 | 12:04 AM Grenoble Gare Routiere | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 AM Bourgoin Jallieu | 1h34 | 1:49 AM Grenoble Gare Routiere | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Bourgoin-Jallieu to Grenoble run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:11. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 53m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:11 PM |
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Major fine arts museum with strong collections from Renaissance to contemporary art, set beside the river in a striking modern building.
Important archaeological museum inside a former church, showcasing ancient burials and early Christian remains in a dramatic setting.
Museum of local mountain culture, trades, and rural life in the Alps, offering insight into traditional Dauphiné society.
Historic square framed by the old parliament and collegiate church, one of the city’s most atmospheric medieval ensembles.
Lively old-town square lined with historic buildings, market life, and café terraces; a top place to feel Grenoble’s daily rhythm.
Elegant central square with a fountain and mountain views, ideal for strolling between the station, old town, and major museums.
A baked potato gratin from nearby Dauphiné made with sliced potatoes, cream, butter and garlic. It is the region’s signature comfort dish.
A walnut tart made with Grenoble walnuts, caramelized filling and pastry. It highlights the area’s protected AOP walnut harvest.
A mountain casserole of potatoes, onions and local cheese, often Bleu Du Vercors-Sassenage or Tomme. It is a hearty Alpine staple near Grenoble.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in central Grenoble, with modern French cuisine and polished service in an elegant room.
Well-regarded bistro for regional French cooking and seasonal plates, with a relaxed atmosphere near the center.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Dauphinois classics, local cheeses and a warm old-town setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while public transport is reasonable and many sights are low cost.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are often rounded up.
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