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Musée des Confluences
A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains to Lyon will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 5 buses that leave Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains for Lyon on Tue, Jun 02, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct buses cover the 134 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest buses will take 4 h 14 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 train as it is the most popular option from Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains to Lyon:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains to Lyon costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 2h 28m versus 2h 0m 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, AlpyBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:02AM | Arrival Time 09:52AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:21AM | Arrival Time 11:03AM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:21AM | Arrival Time 12:03PM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:56AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 09:21AM | Arrival Time 01:03PM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 10:56AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:42PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:42PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains to Lyon buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:21 AM Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains | 3h42 | 11:03 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:21 AM Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains | 3h42 | 12:03 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:56 AM Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains | 4h14 | 1:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains | 4h14 | 3:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains | 3h50 | 8:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:02, the last at 21:35. The fastest bus covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 6:02 AM |
Last bus 9:35 PM |
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A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Lyon’s premier fine arts museum, housed in a former abbey near Place des Terreaux. Known for strong collections of painting, sculpture, antiquities, and decorative arts.
Museum of Roman Lyon paired with the city’s ancient theaters on Fourvière hill. A key stop for understanding Lugdunum, the Roman origins of Lyon.
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One of Europe’s largest open squares and a central meeting point in Lyon. It is a practical orientation stop and a key place for city views toward Fourvière.
Lyon’s flagship urban park with broad walking paths, lake, botanical areas, and a zoo. It is one of the best places in the city for relaxation and scenic walks.
Light dumplings made with pike and panade, usually baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce. A classic Lyonnais bouchon specialty.
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