The cheapest and fastest coaches from Val Thorens to Lyon
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Val Thorens to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Val Thorens to Lyon will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 7 buses that leave Val Thorens for Lyon every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 144 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Val Thorens to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Val Thorens to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 144 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Val Thorens to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Val Thorens to Lyon coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:00 Val Thorens | 2h00 | 17:00 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Val Thorens | 1h30 | 17:00 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:40 Val Thorens | 1h30 | 17:10 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Val Thorens | 1h40 | 18:10 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:40 Val Thorens | 1h50 | 19:30 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 06:00 Val Thorens, Place Slalom | 3h15 | 09:15 Lyon, Aéroport Saint Exupéry | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:00 Val Thorens, Place Slalom | 3h15 | 13:15 Lyon, Aéroport Saint Exupéry | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Val Thorens to Lyon by train or coach
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Why should you book Val Thorens to Lyon coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AlpyBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AlpyBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Val Thorens to Lyon.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AlpyBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Val Thorens to Lyon.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Val Thorens to Lyon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Val Thorens to Lyon.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Val Thorens to Lyon
Buses from Val Thorens to Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:30, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 144 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 144 km |
Average bus duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 03:30 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: AlpyBus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Val Thorens to LyonYou can travel by bus between Val Thorens to Lyon with AlpyBus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Val Thorens to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Val Thorens to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- AlpyBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- AlpyBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable.
- 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.
- AlpyBus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 23kg.
- 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.
- AlpyBus
- 15€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- AlpyBus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Val Thorens and Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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