The cheapest and fastest buses from Sallanches to Lyon
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 10 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sallanches to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sallanches to Lyon will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from Sallanches to Lyon, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
FlixBus3:20 PM3h25Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)6:45 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€171One-way0 transfers
800143:45 PM3h10Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)6:55 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€181One-way0 transfers
8500012:05 PM3h10Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)3:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€181One-way0 transfers
800126:35 AM3h05Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)9:40 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:50 AM3h25Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)11:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:40 PM3h00Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)7:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€201One-way0 transfers
800126:35 AM3h05Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)9:40 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€181One-way0 transfers
800143:45 PM3h10Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)6:55 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€181One-way0 transfers
8500012:05 PM3h10Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)3:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:50 AM3h25Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare)11:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sallanches to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sallanches to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 140 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€15 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price | €60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sallanches to Lyon:
A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sallanches to Lyon costing on average €39.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
Live departures
Sallanches to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sallanches to Lyon buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50952 · 51660 | 5:30 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 3h30 | 9:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
80012 | 6:35 AM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 3h05 | 9:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 3h25 | 11:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
411616 · 34036 | 12:04 PM Sallanches-Combloux-Megève | 4h21 | 4:25 PM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
85000 | 12:05 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 3h10 | 3:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 3h25 | 6:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
80014 | 3:45 PM Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) | 3h10 | 6:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sallanches to Lyon
Buses from Sallanches to Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 140 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 140 km |
Average bus duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar from Sallanches to LyonYou can travel by bus between Sallanches to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sallanches to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sallanches to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sallanches to Lyon
Most Sallanches to Lyon buses use the Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Use this guide to compare Sallanches and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Sallanches, Rue Hauterive (Gare) from Sallanches city centre
Which Lyon station do buses from Sallanches arrive at?
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport from Lyon city centre
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport bus station facilities and services
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. ATMs are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport: Access ramps and services available.
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