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Musée de Saint-Martin
Main local museum on Belleville Valley traditions, mountain life, and Savoyard heritage. The best cultural museum near Val Thorens.
Buses from Lyon to Val Thorens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 89 miles (144 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lyon to Val Thorens.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Val Thorens buses for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Lyon | 2h20 | 9:20 AM Val Thorens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Lyon | 2h10 | 10:40 AM Val Thorens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Lyon | 1h50 | 10:50 AM Val Thorens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Lyon | 1h40 | 12:10 PM Val Thorens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Lyon | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Val Thorens | 0 transfersDirect |
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Main local museum on Belleville Valley traditions, mountain life, and Savoyard heritage. The best cultural museum near Val Thorens.
Museum in nearby Moûtiers covering regional history, archaeology, and mountain heritage. A strong option for a day trip off the slopes.
Contemporary art space in Val Thorens hosting exhibitions during the ski season. A useful indoor cultural break in the resort.
Resort’s main snow-front promenade with shops, access points, and mountain views. Central for walking and getting oriented.
High-altitude summit area reached by lifts, famous for panoramic views across the Alps and one of the resort’s signature experiences.
Popular beginner-friendly area and meeting point in the resort, convenient for short walks and people-watching near the slopes.
Melted Beaufort, Comté and Emmental cheeses served with bread. A classic Alpine sharing dish prized after skiing for warmth and richness.
Sliced potatoes baked with Reblochon cheese, cream, onions and lardons. A signature Savoie mountain comfort dish found across local resorts.
Buckwheat pasta dumplings, usually baked with cream, onions and cheese or served with charcuterie. A traditional Savoyard staple from mountain farms.
Refined mountain restaurant known for elegant French cuisine, strong wine list and polished chalet atmosphere in the heart of the resort.
Popular high-altitude chalet restaurant on the slopes, loved for Savoyard classics, grilled meats and broad sunny terrace views.
Established venue serving French and Savoyard dishes with a lively, stylish setting. Well regarded for quality ingredients and resort ambience.
Very expensive for French ski resorts: lodging, lift-linked dining, and drinks run high; local shuttles are often free, but overall daily costs exceed many Alpine towns.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés often just round up or leave small change.
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Most Lyon to Val Thorens buses use the Lyon, Gare Perrache to Val Thorens station pair, with some services arriving at Val Thorens, Gare Routiere. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Val Thorens bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, Gare Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare 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), Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
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.
Val Thorens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Val Thorens. ATMs are available at Val Thorens.
Ticket office support is available at Val Thorens.
Available at Val Thorens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Val Thorens: Station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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