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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Les Arcs
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £31
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £36
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 5 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 6 h 17 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 5
- Distance
- 286 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon 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 Lyon to Les Arcs will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Fast coaches
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 5 buses from Lyon to Les Arcs, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.
507552:30 7h10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 9:40 Sainte-Maxime, Av. Benjamin Freze £31 1 One-way 0 changes- 50755
2:30 6h50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 9:20 Grimaud, Avenue de la Mer (Parking Port-Grimaud) £31 1 One-way 0 changes 
FlixBus10:35 5h25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 16:00 Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest £37 1 One-way 0 changes- FlixBus
23:50 6h00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 5:50 Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest £39 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
2:15 6h00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 8:15 Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest £39 1 One-way 0 changes
- FlixBus
10:35 5h25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 16:00 Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest £37 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
23:50 6h00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 5:50 Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest £39 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
2:15 6h00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 8:15 Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest £39 1 One-way 0 changes - 50755
2:30 6h50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 9:20 Grimaud, Avenue de la Mer (Parking Port-Grimaud) £31 1 One-way 0 changes - 50755
2:30 7h10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 9:40 Sainte-Maxime, Av. Benjamin Freze £31 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Les Arcs
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Buses from Lyon to Les Arcs run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 286 km distance in 4h 55m.
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 286 km |
Average bus duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Lyon to Les Arcs trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lyon to Les Arcs.
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Les Arcs can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Les Arcs is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Lyon to Les Arcs leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lyon to Les Arcs leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Lyon to Les Arcs with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Live departures
Lyon to Les Arcs bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Les Arcs coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h00 | 8:15 Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50755 | 2:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h10 | 9:40 Sainte-Maxime, Av. Benjamin Freze | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50755 | 2:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h50 | 9:20 Grimaud, Avenue de la Mer (Parking Port-Grimaud) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h25 | 16:00 Puget Sur Argen, Péage de Fréjus-Ouest | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus offer coaches services from Lyon to Les Arcs.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Les Arcs.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Lyon to Les Arcs.
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to Les ArcsYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Les Arcs with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£18
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
£18
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lyon and Les Arcs
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Lyon to Les Arcs, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Les Arcs. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lyon and Les Arcs and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lyon to Les Arcs:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Les Arcs for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lyon to Les Arcs depends on the coach companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Lyon to Les Arcs.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Les Arcs:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Les Arcs:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Lyon to Les Arcs. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Lyon to Les Arcs with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Les Arcs with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lyon to Les Arcs with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Complete guide to Les Arcs
Things to do in Les Arcs
Discover the best of Les Arcs — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Les Arcs trip today.
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Maison de l'Architecture
Exhibition venue in Arc 1600 dedicated to the resort’s architecture and development, useful for understanding Les Arcs’ design story.
Moulin de Saint-Germain
Restored old mill presenting traditional grain milling and rural know-how in a peaceful village setting near Les Arcs.
- Must visit
Arc 1950 Le Village
Modern high-altitude resort centre with dramatic views, shops, terraces and direct access to walks and ski slopes.
- Must visit
Arc 1800 Centre
Car-free resort area known for bold mountain architecture, panoramic terraces and easy access to pistes and summer trails.
- Must visit
Aiguille Rouge
Scenic viewpoint at the top of the Varet area, popular for sweeping Mont Blanc views and a striking alpine panorama.
- Gluten-free
Tartiflette
A rich Savoyard gratin of potatoes, reblochon, onions and lardons, prized in Alpine ski resorts for its warming, hearty character.
- Vegetarian
Fondue savoyarde
Melted Beaufort, Comté and Emmental with white wine, shared communally after skiing; a classic mountain dish of Savoie.
Crozets
Buckwheat dumplings or pasta-like morsels from Savoie, often served au gratin with cheese or alongside mountain stews.
Wood Bear Cafe
Smart yet relaxed restaurant in Arc 1950 specialising in refined French dishes and carefully prepared seasonal plates.
Le Mazot
Cosy mountain restaurant in Arc 1950 known for Savoyard classics, grilled meats and a warm chalet atmosphere.
Le Savoy
Traditional Alpine dining in Arc 2000 with fondue, raclette and regional specialities in a rustic setting.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-18 for fast food, crêpes or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €22-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €55+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Lyon to Les Arcs coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon 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.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Les Arcs including taking a train, coach and flight.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Les Arcs
Most Lyon to Les Arcs buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Les Arcs bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Lyon
Arrival bus stations in Les Arcs
Which Lyon station do buses to Les Arcs leave from?
Buses from Lyon to Les Arcs leave from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). The station is 3 km from Lyon city centre at 52 Av. Tony Garnier, 69007 Lyon, France.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)52 Av. Tony Garnier, 69007 Lyon, France
City-centre transport
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:
BusN734 · 15m · £1
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.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache13 Cours de Verdun, 69002 Lyon, France
City-centre transport
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:
TrainTer · 5m · £1 · every ~5 min
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.
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