- Must visit
Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Les Houches to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Les Houches to Geneva will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 4 buses that leave Les Houches for Geneva on Wed, Aug 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Les Houches to Geneva 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 1h 18m. 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 $28.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Les Houches to Geneva:
A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Les Houches to Geneva costing on average $46.
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 1m.
Tickets start at around $25 compared to roughly $26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $1. The journey takes 1h 18m versus 57m 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 Swiss Tours, AlpyBus, Infobus, Alpine Fleet, 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 Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:48PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alpine Fleet | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Les Houches to Geneva buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:30 AM Les Houches | 1h15 | 12:45 PM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Les Houches | 1h18 | 1:48 PM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Les Houches | 1h55 | 3:15 PM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Les Houches | 1h18 | 2:48 PM Geneva | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Les Houches to Geneva run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Most Les Houches to Geneva buses use the Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Genève, Aéroport station pair, with some services arriving at Geneve, Place Dorcière. Use this guide to compare Les Houches and Geneva bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Les Houches, Place de la Mairie (Tourist Office) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants available.
Wi-Fi is available at Les Houches, Place de la Mairie (Tourist Office). ATMs are available at Les Houches, Place de la Mairie (Tourist Office).
Ticket office support is available at Les Houches, Place de la Mairie (Tourist Office).
Available at Les Houches, Place de la Mairie (Tourist Office): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Houches, Place de la Mairie (Tourist Office): Accessible for persons with limited mobility.
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.
Genéve has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several coffee shops and snack bars available.
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Ticket office support is available at Genéve.
Available at Genéve: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genéve: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
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