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The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Saint-Claude
Showing times and prices for May 14
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
106 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Saint-Claude is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Saint-Claude will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Lyon to Saint-Claude without transferring at least 2 times.
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59771 · 598156:30 PM2h44Lyon Part Dieu9:14 PMSaint-Claude station€251One-way2 transfers- 895804+59523 · 598059:42 AM2h37Lyon Part Dieu12:19 PMSaint-Claude station€251One-way2 transfers
- 895804+59523 · 598059:42 AM2h37Lyon Part Dieu12:19 PMSaint-Claude station€251One-way2 transfers
- 895814+59771 · 598156:30 PM2h44Lyon Part Dieu9:14 PMSaint-Claude station€251One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lyon to Saint-Claude
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Saint-Claude among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 106 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€23 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lyon to Saint-Claude bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Saint-Claude buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 895804+59523 · 59805 | 9:42 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h37 | 12:19 PM Saint-Claude station | 2 transfers | |
| 895814+59771 · 59815 | 6:30 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h44 | 9:14 PM Saint-Claude station | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book Lyon to Saint-Claude buses with Omio?
SNCF | Autocar as well as SNCF Bus offer buses services from Lyon to Saint-Claude.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Lyon to Saint-Claude.
Why book with Omio vs SNCF | Autocar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | Autocar, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Saint-Claude.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF | Autocar with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lyon to Saint-Claude.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lyon to Saint-Claude.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Saint-Claude
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Buses from Lyon to Saint-Claude run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 19:25. The fastest bus covers the 106 km distance in 2h 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 106 km |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus from Lyon to Saint-ClaudeYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Saint-Claude with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as \Autocar\" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
€13
SNCF | Autocar frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
SNCF Bus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
€26
SNCF Bus frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Saint-Claude
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Saint-Claude by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint-Claude, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Saint-Claude can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Saint-Claude is €23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude is 2h 20m to travel the 106 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude leaves at 5:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude leaves at 7:25 PM.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Lyon to Saint-Claude with BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude, you can count on SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus for the best way to get you to Saint-Claude. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lyon and Saint-Claude and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Lyon , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) . When arriving in Saint-Claude , you can end your trip in coach stations like Genève, Aéroport .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Genève, Aéroport, located 4 away from the city centre.
A trip to Saint-Claude from Lyon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Saint-Claude including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude for coach company SNCF | Autocar.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lyon to Saint-Claude depends on the coach companies:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company SNCF | Autocar.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Saint-Claude:
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Saint-Claude:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude. The following conditions apply:
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude with the following coach company: SNCF | Autocar
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude with the following coach company: SNCF | Autocar.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lyon to Saint-Claude with the following coach company: SNCF | Autocar.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Saint-Claude
Lyon
Saint-Claude
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Cours de VerdunWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan)
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