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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 28
$19
Average ticket price on Oct 28
$40
Fastest journey on Oct 28
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 28
3 h 25 m
Buses on Oct 28
9
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Sallanches is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Sallanches will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Wed, Oct 28, we found 9 buses from Lyon to Sallanches, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 28 the direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Wed, Oct 28 the slowest buses will take 4 h 1 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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L2 (23431)Buses from Lyon to Sallanches run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lyon to Sallanches.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 12:14PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 09:38AM | Arrival Time 01:14PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 10:38AM | Arrival Time 02:14PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 01:08PM | Arrival Time 05:23PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:08PM | Arrival Time 07:22PM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:38PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Sallanches buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h25 | 11:10 AM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect | |
80082 | 10:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h05 | 1:50 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect | |
33627+ 884117 | 1:08 PM Lyon | 4h15 | 5:23 PM Sallanches-Combloux-Megève | 1 transfer | |
33627+ 884620+ L2 (23431) | 1:08 PM Lyon | 4h01 | 5:09 PM Sallanches-Combloux-Megève | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h30 | 4:50 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect | |
33631+ 884121 | 3:08 PM Lyon | 4h14 | 7:22 PM Sallanches-Combloux-Megève | 1 transfer | |
33631+ 884625+ L2 (23435) | 3:08 PM Lyon | 4h01 | 7:09 PM Sallanches-Combloux-Megève | 2 transfers | |
96522+ 34509 | 6:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4h02 | 10:40 PM Sallanches-Combloux-Megève | 1 transfer | |
80011 | 8:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h05 | 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Sallanches 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 Sallanches, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Sallanches buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Sallanches bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache 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 Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
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