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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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Saint-Martin-d'Hères to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Martin-d'Hères to Lyon:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Martin-d'Hères to Lyon costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 51m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 35m by bus vs 1h 41m by car) and save roughly $15 (€12) compared to fuel and tolls ($7 (€6) vs $22 (€18)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 06:07AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 06:23AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 08:22AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h53 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 08:31AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 09:22AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h08 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 09:49AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 09:52AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h58 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 11:31AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 11:32AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 12:01PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 12:12PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 01:21PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 2h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 01:31PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h54 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 02:51PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 03:51PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 04:27PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 05:42PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h08 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 05:49PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 05:51PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 06:11PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 06:21PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 07:57PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 08:11PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 08:56PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 09:58PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h56 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator TAG Grenoble | Departure Time 10:58PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Martin-d'Hères to Lyon buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 8:30 PM Saint-Martin-d'Hères | 1h40 | 10:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Saint-Martin-d'Hères to Lyon run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 22:05. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 4:45 AM |
Last bus 10:05 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.
Lyon’s atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, and riverfront views. It is the city’s classic strolling area and a top priority for first-time visitors.
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.
A traditional salad of frisée lettuce with lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of the city’s most iconic starter dishes.
Lyon’s famous sausage baked inside a soft brioche dough. It is a beloved charcuterie-based specialty found in many bouchons.
A landmark fine dining institution in Lyon, famed for historic prestige and elegant cuisine rooted in the city’s gastronomic heritage.
The city’s celebrated covered food market, ideal for sampling oysters, charcuterie, cheese, pastries, and many iconic Lyonnais products.
A respected traditional restaurant associated with chef Joseph Viola, celebrated for refined Lyonnais classics in a polished but welcoming setting.
Moderate for France: bakeries and bouchons are fair value, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Leaving small change or 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis.
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