How to travel from Geneva to Sallanches

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Compare train and bus for Geneva to Sallanches

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Sallanches among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a bus costs an average of €20.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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€20

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Cheapest

€18

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 30m

Average total duration

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1h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

48m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Sallanches is a bus with an average price of €20.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Sallanches:

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Sallanches costing on average €31.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Sallanches is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Sallanches take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Geneva and Sallanches including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Sallanches among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €20 compared to roughly €18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-2.33. The journey takes 1h 0m versus 48m 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.

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.

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from Geneva to Sallanches

How to get from Geneva to Sallanches by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Geneva to Sallanches is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 PM0h55
    Genève, Aéroport
    9:30 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)
    191One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 PM0h55
    Genève, Aéroport
    9:30 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)
    191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 PM0h55
    Genève, Aéroport
    9:30 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)
    191One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:35 PM1h00
    Genève, Aéroport
    6:35 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 PM1h00
    Genève, Aéroport
    3:30 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus8669
    2:20 PM1h10
    Genève, Aéroport
    3:30 PMSallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)
    191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva to Sallanches

Travel to Sallanches easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Geneva to Sallanches.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Geneva and Sallanches including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Sallanches is a bus with an average price of €20.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Sallanches:

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Sallanches costing on average €31.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Sallanches is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Sallanches take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 25m.

The distance from Geneva to Sallanches is approximately 29 miles (47 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Sallanches is:
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Sallanches as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Sallanches:
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet.
  • Buses mostly depart from Genève, Aéroport and arrive in Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Sallanches, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Sallanches by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, AlpyBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Cars Région Haute-Savoie to go to Sallanches by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Geneva to Sallanches:
  • 14 direct buses per day with FlixBus, AlpyBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Cars Région Haute-Savoie.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Sallanches often also extend their vacation to go to Geneva International Airport, Le Grand-Saconnex, Megève, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sallanches and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sallanches to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Sallanches, 2 to 3 days are ideal to explore its scenic surroundings, enjoy outdoor activities, and visit local attractions.

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