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Compare train and bus for Lyon to Grenoble
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Grenoble 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 train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 58 miles (94 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Grenoble:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Grenoble costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 40m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.70 (€-22.66). The journey takes 1h 24m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Why should you book Lyon to Grenoble trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) or Rhônexpress to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Grenoble.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lyon to Grenoble.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Lyon to Grenoble.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Grenoble
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Trains from Lyon to Grenoble run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 58 miles (94 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 58 miles (94 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Rhônexpress from Lyon to Grenoble trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Rhônexpress trains will get you between Lyon and Grenoble from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
Rhônexpress
FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Grenoble
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Grenoble by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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