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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Aéroport LYS | Thonon-les-Bains | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Aéroport LYS | Thonon-les-Bains | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Thonon-les-Bains | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Perrache | Thonon-les-Bains | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Perrache | Thonon-les-Bains | No tags |
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Get from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains
The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 235, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains start at R 235. The average price for this route is around R 378. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 145 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 45m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains?
A bus trip from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11239 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 268To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 268 to R 742 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Thonon-les-Bains based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 268, which is on 2025-12-30.
