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Musée de Saint-Martin
Museum of local life in Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, presenting valley traditions, farming, crafts, and the area’s winter sports story.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h
Buses on 20 Sept
5
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Les Menuires 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 Menuires will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 5 buses from Lyon to Les Menuires, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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 Lyon to Les Menuires among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 139 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Les Menuires:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Les Menuires costing on average £42.
Other travel options to Les Menuires take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 49m.
Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £47 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 2h 49m versus 2h 28m 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, AlpyBus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 Lyon to Les Menuires coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 Lyon | 2h00 | 14:00 Les Menuires | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Lyon | 2h20 | 15:50 Les Menuires | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lyon to Les Menuires run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:15, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 139 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 139 km |
Average bus duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 4:15 |
Last bus 22:40 |
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Discover the best of Les Menuires — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Les Menuires trip today.
Museum of local life in Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, presenting valley traditions, farming, crafts, and the area’s winter sports story.
Contemporary art space in Saint-Martin-de-Belleville with changing exhibitions in a restored village building near the church square.
Nearby museum in Moûtiers exploring regional history, archaeology, and Savoyard culture, useful for broader context beyond the ski resort.
Main lively quarter of Les Menuires with shops, lift access, events, and broad mountain views at the heart of the resort.
Traditional village area in the Belleville Valley with stone houses, lanes, and a more authentic mountain feel than the purpose-built resort.
High-altitude district known for its panoramic setting, ski-in access, and quieter atmosphere above the resort centre.
Melted Beaufort, Comté and other Alpine cheeses with white wine, shared communally. A classic mountain dish after skiing in the Savoie region.
Potatoes baked with Reblochon cheese, lardons and onions. This rich Savoie staple is deeply tied to Alpine farmhouse cooking.
Buckwheat pasta squares served with cream, cheese or butter, sometimes onions. A traditional Savoyard mountain pasta with a rustic texture.
Established chalet-style restaurant serving fondue, raclette and other regional specialities in a warm, traditional setting.
Popular slope-side restaurant known for Savoyard classics, grilled dishes and a lively Alpine atmosphere with mountain views.
Refined mountain dining with contemporary French plates and local produce, suited to a more special evening meal.
Very expensive for a French ski resort: lodging, lift access and dining are high in season, while local buses are often free or low-cost for visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés often just round up or leave small change.
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Les Ménuires, Gare Routière -> La Croisette, Les Menuires
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Les Menuires 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 Menuires, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Les Menuires buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Moûtiers, Gare routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Les Menuires bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache 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 Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, Aéroport Saint Exupéry has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Aéroport Saint Exupéry: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
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).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Les Ménuires, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafés and small restaurants are nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Les Ménuires, Gare Routière. ATMs are available at Les Ménuires, Gare Routière.
Ticket office support is available at Les Ménuires, Gare Routière.
Available at Les Ménuires, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Ménuires, Gare Routière: The station is accessible to persons with reduced mobility.
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