How to get to Briançon from Grenoble

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Compare train and coach for Grenoble to Briançon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Briançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £49.

Distance: 79 km

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£49

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4h 54m

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2h 13m

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Compare ways to travel from Grenoble to Briançon

Compare the available ways to get from Grenoble to Briançon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Grenoble to Briançon is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Briançon:

A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Briançon costing on average £49.

The fastest way to travel from Grenoble to Briançon is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Briançon take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Grenoble and Briançon including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£31. The journey takes 4h 24m versus 2h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Grenoble to Briançon

How to get to Briançon from Grenoble by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Grenoble to Briançon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF | Autocar409701+ZOU!17402
    1 change

Cheapest

  • SNCF | Autocar409701+ZOU!17402
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Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9253+TER17576+ZOU!89135
    2 changes

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9255+ZOU!89131+TER885769
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  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9243+ZOU!89125+TER885759
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  • ZOU!17353+TER17510
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  • SNCF | Autocar409703+ZOU!89053
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Best day trips from Briançon by train

The most popular day trips by train from Briançon are Gap, Embrun and Oulx. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Briançon on Omio.

A view of Gap

Day trip from Briançon to Gap by train

Why visit Gap for the day?

Gap is a small alpine city in south-eastern France, known as the chief town of the Hautes-Alpes. Between Provence and the Alps, it has a sunny feel, a modest old centre and quick access to mountain scenery.

A view of Embrun

Day trip from Briançon to Embrun by train

Why visit Embrun for the day?

Embrun is an alpine town in the Hautes-Alpes, known for its sunny climate and views over Lac de Serre-Ponçon. Its historic centre and mountain setting give it a calm, outdoors-focused character.

A view of Oulx

Day trip from Briançon to Oulx by train

Why visit Oulx for the day?

Oulx is an Alpine town in Piedmont known for its mountain setting and access to the Via Lattea ski area. In the upper Susa Valley near France, it has a practical small-town feel shaped by winter sports, summer walking and local history.

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FAQs: Grenoble to Briançon

Travel to Briançon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Grenoble to Briançon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Grenoble and Briançon including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Grenoble to Briançon is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Briançon:

A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Briançon costing on average £49.

The fastest way to travel from Grenoble to Briançon is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Briançon take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 54m.

The Grenoble to Briançon distance is approximately 79 km.
The average frequency per day from Grenoble to Briançon is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Grenoble and Briançon as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Grenoble to Briançon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Grenoble and arrive in Briançon.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) and arrive in Briançon, Gare SNCF.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Grenoble to Briançon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Briançon by coach.
  • Travel with TER, ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Briançon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Grenoble to Briançon:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Grenoble to Briançon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Turin, Lyon, Marseille, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Briançon and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Grenoble to Briançon, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Briançon, you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding at the Serre Chevalier Ski Resort, one of the largest ski areas in the Southern Alps. Experience the adventure park Grimp'in Forest with treetop courses and zip lines suitable for all ages. Relax at Parc des Colombiers with its walking trails and picnic spots. Visit the local markets to explore and taste regional products and delicacies. Attend cultural events to enjoy local festivals and performances. Discover the Vauban Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and admire the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Nicolas for its beautiful architecture. Take in the views from the Pont d'Asfeld, and enjoy the peaceful Parc de la Schappe. Wander through Briançon Old Town to explore charming streets, local shops, and cafes.
To fully enjoy Briançon and its surroundings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to explore the historic old town, local museums, and nearby hiking trails.

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