- Must visit
Musée National Adrien Dubouché
France’s leading porcelain museum, presenting Limoges porcelain, ceramics history, and decorative arts in a major national collection.
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 12 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Grenoble to Limoges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Limoges will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from Grenoble to Limoges without transferring at least once.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Limoges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $178.
Distance: 220 miles (355 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $287 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 40m Average total duration 16h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 42m Average total duration Fastest 15h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Limoges:
A bus is $225 (€184) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Limoges costing on average $287 (€235).
Other travel options to Limoges take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 10m.
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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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Limoges buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 PM Grenoble (central Bus Station) | 22h30 | 10:40 AM Limoges | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Grenoble (central Bus Station) | 12h20 | 2:25 AM Limoges | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:15 AM Grenoble - Bus Station | 8h30 | 1:45 PM Limoges | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Grenoble to Limoges run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 15:40. The fastest bus covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 3:40 PM |
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France’s leading porcelain museum, presenting Limoges porcelain, ceramics history, and decorative arts in a major national collection.
Fine arts museum in the former bishop’s palace, known for enamel collections, Egyptian objects, and regional paintings.
Museum dedicated to the French Resistance and Second World War history in the Limousin region, with strong local context.
Limoges’ best-known historic quarter with half-timbered houses, narrow lanes, and strong medieval character.
Formal gardens beside the cathedral, offering river views, seasonal flower displays, and one of the city’s prettiest walks.
Central square and major meeting point, useful for exploring shops, city-center streets, and public events.
A classic Limousin dessert of fruit, traditionally black cherries, baked in a thick flan-like batter. It is one of the region’s best-known specialties.
A traditional Limousin potato dumpling, often stuffed with pork and herbs, then simmered. It is a rustic countryside dish closely associated with the region.
Blood sausage with chestnuts, a regional preparation that reflects Limousin’s rural cooking and autumn produce.
A well-known fine dining restaurant in Limoges, recognized for refined French cuisine, elegant presentation, and a polished atmosphere.
A reputable restaurant near the historic center, known for careful seasonal cooking and a calm, intimate atmosphere.
An established brasserie-style address in Limoges, appreciated for classic French dishes, seafood options, and a lively traditional setting.
Moderate by French standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; about 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxi fares.
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