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Musée de la Ville
Town museum inside the old city, presenting Briançon's history, mountain life, and the story of its fortifications.
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Grenoble to Briançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 2 buses that leave Grenoble for Briançon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.




The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Briançon coaches for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:45 Gare Routière | 2h55 | 18:40 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:15 Gare Routière | 2h55 | 20:10 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Gare Routière | 2h55 | 21:40 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
![]() | 10:30 Gare Routière | 2h55 | 13:25 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:00, the last at 18:45. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 9:00 |
Last bus 18:45 |
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Town museum inside the old city, presenting Briançon's history, mountain life, and the story of its fortifications.
Interpretive visit space within Briançon's fortified heritage, explaining military engineering and urban development of the site.
Contemporary art centre with changing exhibitions in a historic military setting, blending heritage and current artistic work.
Briançon's historic upper town of ramparts, steep lanes, colourful houses, and landmark churches; ideal for walking and views.
Promenade beside the fortified walls, valued for panoramic views and an accessible way to appreciate the military landscape.
Main square in the old town, lined with historic buildings and a practical stop for exploring the fortified centre on foot.
A hearty Alpine gratin of potatoes, onions and Tomme cheese from the Hautes-Alpes, baked until golden; a classic mountain comfort dish.
Traditional potato gratin from nearby Gap and Briançon, layered with cream, garlic and local cheese; simple, rich and typical of the region.
Melted Alpine cheese served with charcuterie, potatoes and pickles. Common in mountain restaurants around Briançon and central to winter dining.
Cosy restaurant focused on French and Alpine cooking, suitable for a relaxed dinner with regional wines and seasonal dishes.
Traditional mountain restaurant serving Savoyard and Alpine specialities in a warm chalet-style setting near the old town.
Well-known casual address for pizzas, grills and regional dishes, with a lively atmosphere convenient for central Briançon.
Moderate for the French Alps: lodging can be pricey in ski season, but everyday dining and local transport are manageable versus larger resort towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble to Briançon by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Briançon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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