- Must visit
Musée de Grenoble
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.










Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1h 10m
Average duration
2h 41m
Buses per day
17
Distance
119 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Grenoble:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Grenoble costing on average $47 (€39).
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 26m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $111 (€92) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $95 (€78). The journey takes 2h 26m versus 1h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Sindbad.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Grenoble buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 3h20 | 4:20 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2h55 | 4:20 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50796 | 2:00 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h40 | 4:40 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50796 · 50952 | 2:00 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 6h10 | 8:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
50796 · 50827 | 2:00 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 4h05 | 6:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
50827 | 3:15 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2h50 | 6:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Genève, Aéroport | 3h10 | 8:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
72403 · 50952 | 5:20 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h50 | 8:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h45 | 8:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h55 | 9:20 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h40 | 11:25 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
7660 · 50846 | 7:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 5h10 | 12:55 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
7660 · 3176 | 7:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 5h25 | 1:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
7660 · 51981 | 7:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 3h55 | 11:40 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h55 | 1:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50846 | 10:15 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h40 | 12:55 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 3h15 | 1:30 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50846 · 3176 | 10:15 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h55 | 1:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
50846 · 50710 | 10:15 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 3h55 | 2:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
50846 · 50825 | 10:15 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 4h30 | 2:45 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
3176 | 10:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h25 | 1:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3176 · 50825 | 10:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 4h00 | 2:45 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
3176 · 50710 | 10:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 3h25 | 2:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
3176 · 50796 | 10:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 5h55 | 4:40 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 2h25 | 1:10 PM Grenoble | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 2h50 | 2:30 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50825 | 12:00 PM Genève, Aéroport | 2h45 | 2:45 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Geneva to Grenoble run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by train.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 72 miles (117 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 4:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Grenoble — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grenoble trip today.
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.
Museum in the former bishop's palace, presenting local history and archaeology beside the cathedral complex.
Archaeological museum in a remarkable church crypt complex, tracing Grenoble from Roman times through the Middle Ages.
The city's main old-town square, lined with historic buildings, lively terraces, and a fountain framed by mountain views.
Charming riverside quarter of narrow lanes, colorful houses, and bridges, popular for strolling and photos.
Popular urban viewpoint reached by the Bastille, rewarding visitors with one of Grenoble's best panoramic scenes.
A rich potato gratin baked with cream or milk and often Gruyère or Comté. It is a classic Dauphiné specialty closely tied to Grenoble's region.
Small square pasta parcels filled with Comté cheese and parsley, usually baked or gratinéed. A traditional Dauphiné comfort dish from the wider Grenoble area.
Creamy regional blue cheese made from cow's milk in nearby Vercors. It is one of the emblematic cheeses of the Grenoble area and often served with bread or potatoes.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal produce and precise modern French cooking in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Dauphiné specialties, mountain dishes, and a classic old-town atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Well-known bistro serving polished French cuisine with regional accents, good wine, and a lively yet relaxed city-center ambiance.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) -> Grenoble city center (Place Grenette)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Grenoble by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Geneva to Grenoble buses use the Genève, Aéroport to Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Martin-d'Hères, Rue des Résidences (Condillac-Universités). Use this guide to compare Geneva and Grenoble bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Vatel (0.5 km), Brasserie Chavant (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard.
Available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Elevators, ramps.
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