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Musée des minéraux et de la faune
Interactive mountain museum in Bourg-Saint-Maurice covering local history, alpine life and the valley’s cultural heritage.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
9 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
10 h 8 m
Buses on 23 Sept
3
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Grenoble to Les Arcs is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Les Arcs will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 3 buses from Grenoble to Les Arcs, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 202 km distance in an average of 10 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Les Arcs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 202 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price | £78 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Les Arcs:
A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Les Arcs costing on average £100.
Other travel options to Les Arcs take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 44m.
Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £78 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 6h 44m versus 3h 43m 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.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Les Arcs coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:30 Grenoble | 9h45 | 7:15 Les Arcs | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
![]() | 5:55 Grenoble | 9h05 | 15:00 Les Arcs | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:25 Grenoble | 11h35 | 23:00 Les Arcs | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Grenoble to Les Arcs run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 202 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 202 km |
Average bus duration 6h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Les Arcs — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Les Arcs trip today.
Interactive mountain museum in Bourg-Saint-Maurice covering local history, alpine life and the valley’s cultural heritage.
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Modern high-altitude resort centre with dramatic views, shops, terraces and direct access to walks and ski slopes.
Car-free resort area known for bold mountain architecture, panoramic terraces and easy access to pistes and summer trails.
Scenic viewpoint at the top of the Varet area, popular for sweeping Mont Blanc views and a striking alpine panorama.
A rich Savoyard gratin of potatoes, reblochon, onions and lardons, prized in Alpine ski resorts for its warming, hearty character.
Melted Beaufort, Comté and Emmental with white wine, shared communally after skiing; a classic mountain dish of Savoie.
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Les Arcs is pricier than many French towns, especially in ski season. Lodging, mountain dining and lift-area drinks raise costs, while local buses are often included or low-cost.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, and a small coin tip in cafés is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble to Les Arcs 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 Les Arcs, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Grenoble to Les Arcs buses use the Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard to Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest station pair. Use this guide to compare Grenoble and Les Arcs bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Vatel (0.5 km), Brasserie Chavant (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard.
Available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Elevators, ramps.
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