The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Sallanches
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
3
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 $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 3 buses that leave Lyon for Sallanches on Wed, Jun 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
800118:00 PM3h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:05 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)$221One-way0 transfers
8008210:45 AM3h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1:50 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)$281One-way0 transfers
33627+
8841171:08 PM4h15Lyon5:23 PMSallanches-Combloux-Megève$561One-way1 transfer
8008210:45 AM3h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1:50 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)$281One-way0 transfers
800118:00 PM3h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:05 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)$221One-way0 transfers
33627+
8841171:08 PM4h15Lyon5:23 PMSallanches-Combloux-Megève$561One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lyon to Sallanches
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Sallanches among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 57m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m 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 Lyon to Sallanches:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Sallanches costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Sallanches take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 19m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $74 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $52 (€42). The journey takes 2h 57m versus 2h 13m 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.
Lyon to Sallanches Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 12:14PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 10:38AM | Arrival Time 02:14PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 01:08PM | Arrival Time 05:23PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:08PM | Arrival Time 07:09PM | Duration 4h01 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:38PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Lyon to Sallanches bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Sallanches buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
33631+ 884625+ L2 (23435) | 3:08 PM Lyon | 4h01 | 7:09 PM Sallanches-Combloux-Megève | 2 transfers | |
80011 | 8:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h05 | 11:05 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
80082 | 10:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h05 | 1:50 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Sallanches
Buses from Lyon to Sallanches run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 8 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 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to SallanchesYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Sallanches with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Sallanches
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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Sallanches
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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