- Must visit
Musée de Grenoble
Major fine arts museum with strong collections from antiquity to modern and contemporary art; one of France’s most respected city museums.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lausanne to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Grenoble will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 6 buses that leave Lausanne for Grenoble on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.
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FlixBus
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50825
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FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 17m. 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 $15, and a train costs an average of $106.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg 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 Lausanne to Grenoble:
A bus is $145 (€118) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Grenoble costing on average $168 (€138).
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $126 (€103) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $103 (€84). The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 11m 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.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Grenoble buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:25 AM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 3h25 | 9:50 AM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50825 | 11:00 AM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 3h45 | 2:45 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 4h20 | 4:20 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 4h10 | 6:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50827 | 2:15 PM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 3h50 | 6:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 4h10 | 8:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lausanne to Grenoble run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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.
Major fine arts museum with strong collections from antiquity to modern and contemporary art; one of France’s most respected city museums.
Museum of regional history and culture in a former convent on the Bastille slopes, known for thoughtful exhibitions and scenic views.
Archaeological museum built around remarkable early Christian and medieval remains, offering one of Grenoble’s most distinctive heritage visits.
One of Grenoble’s most attractive historic squares, framed by major monuments and especially atmospheric in the evening.
The various terraces and lookouts around the Bastille provide the city’s best panoramas and are especially popular for photos.
Lively central square surrounded by historic buildings, shops and terraces; a practical starting point for exploring the old town.
A classic from the Dauphiné region: thinly sliced potatoes baked slowly with cream and often garlic until tender and golden. It is one of the area’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
Delicate small pasta parcels from the historic Dauphiné, typically filled with Comté, fresh cheese, and parsley. They are a signature regional specialty often served gratinéed or in broth.
The famous Grenoble walnut, protected by AOP status. Locals eat it plain, in salads, cheeses, cakes, and tarts; it is one of the region’s best-known agricultural products.
An established fine-dining restaurant in central Grenoble, known for refined French cuisine, polished service, and an elegant setting suited to a special meal.
A longstanding traditional address focused on Dauphinois and Alpine cuisine, with a warm, classic atmosphere and regional dishes popular with locals and visitors.
A well-known Grenoble brasserie offering polished French dishes in a historic, upscale setting. Good for a more formal meal without full tasting-menu prices.
Moderate for France: transport and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and dining in central areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; about 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping is not expected for coffee or counter service.
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Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard -> Grenoble City Center
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