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Musée de Sallanches
The town museum presents Sallanches history, local traditions, and Mont Blanc culture in a central heritage setting.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$20
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$21
Fastest journey on Oct 29
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
2 h 40 m
Buses on Oct 29
3
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Colombier-Saugnieu to Sallanches is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colombier-Saugnieu to Sallanches will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 3 buses from Colombier-Saugnieu to Sallanches, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.






Buses from Colombier-Saugnieu to Sallanches run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Colombier-Saugnieu to Sallanches.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
The table below shows live departures for Colombier-Saugnieu to Sallanches buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 2h40 | 11:10 AM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect | |
80082 | 11:20 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 2h30 | 1:50 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 2h40 | 4:50 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect | |
51661 · 51980 | 5:15 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 3h00 | 8:15 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 1 transfer | |
80011 | 8:35 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 2h30 | 11:05 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect |
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The town museum presents Sallanches history, local traditions, and Mont Blanc culture in a central heritage setting.
Nearby alpine museum exploring mountain life, guiding, and regional history, popular with visitors based in Sallanches.
Museum dedicated to regional nature and geology, useful for understanding the Alpine landscape around Sallanches.
Large natural reserve nearby with trails, viewpoints, and wetlands, offering one of the region’s finest easy-access nature escapes.
Central square framed by shops and civic buildings, ideal for experiencing everyday town life and nearby mountain views.
The historic town center is the best area for a walk, with rebuilt streets, churches, and views toward the Mont Blanc range.
A rich Savoyard gratin of potatoes, reblochon cheese, cream, onions, and bacon. It is a mountain classic loved across the Mont Blanc area.
Melted reblochon scraped onto potatoes, cured meats, and pickles. Traditional in Haute-Savoie and closely tied to alpine winter dining.
A communal pot of melted alpine cheeses, often comté, beaufort, and emmental, eaten with bread. A classic après-ski and mountain meal.
Refined dining venue in Sallanches with carefully plated French cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and a more upscale atmosphere for dinner.
Traditional Savoyard restaurant known for fondue, raclette, and tartiflette in a warm alpine setting popular with locals and visitors.
Established crêperie serving galettes, crêpes, and cider in a relaxed, reliable setting suitable for casual meals in central Sallanches.
More affordable than major Alpine resorts, but pricier than average French towns. Hotels rise in ski season; dining is moderate and local transit is manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés often just small change.
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Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) -> Sallanches, Place Charles Albert
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Most Colombier-Saugnieu to Sallanches buses use the Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) to Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) station pair. Use this guide to compare Colombier-Saugnieu and Sallanches bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) is 2 km from Colombier-Saugnieu city centre. Public transport options include:
Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Le Bistrot (in the station), Paul (in the station), Brioche Dorée (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1).
Available at Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1): Elevators, ramps.
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