There are 6 ways to get from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne by train, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 5h 31m
5 alternative options
Bus, train via Grenoble • 6h 45m
Bus • 6h 55m
Bus, train • 7h 41m
Bus via Grenoble • 8h 1m
Drive • 3h 21m
La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne by bus and train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 3h 21m.
The fastest way to get from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €55 - €85.
No, there is no direct bus from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Serre Chevalier - Prélong and arriving at Lausanne via Grenoble. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.
The distance between La Salle-les-Alpes and Lausanne is 307 km. The road distance is 295.8 km.
The best way to get from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs €190 - €310.
It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne, including transfers.
La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne bus services, operated by Zou! Lignes Express Régionales, depart from Serre Chevalier - Prélong station.
The best way to get from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs €190 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.
La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lausanne station.
Yes, the driving distance between La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne.
- Distance: 306.7 km
- Duration: 5h 31m
What companies run services between La Salle-les-Alpes, France and Lausanne, Switzerland?
You can take a train from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne via Saint-Michel-Valloire, Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux, Bellegarde-sur-Valserine, and Genève in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Salle-les-Alpes to Lausanne via Grenoble in around 6h 55m.
Train from Saint-Michel-Valloire to Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux to Bellegarde-sur-Valserine
- Ave. Duration
- 49 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Grenoble to Bellegarde-sur-Valserine
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2Rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from St Michel Valloire to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 14 - SFr 30
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- SFr 14 - SFr 20
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 21 - SFr 30
Train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Bellegarde
- Ave. Duration
- 49 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 11 - SFr 25
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- SFr 11 - SFr 17
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 17 - SFr 25
Train from Grenoble to Bellegarde
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 23 - SFr 50
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- SFr 23 - SFr 35
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 35 - SFr 50
Train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 17 - SFr 40
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- SFr 17 - SFr 25
- Rail 1st Class
- SFr 26 - SFr 40
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from St Michel Valloire to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 21 - SFr 50
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- SFr 21 - SFr 28
- 1st Class
- SFr 35 - SFr 50
Train from Geneve to Lausanne
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 18 - SFr 45
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- SFr 18 - SFr 24
- 1st Class
- SFr 30 - SFr 45
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Genève to Lausanne
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 17 - SFr 30
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Geneve to Lausanne
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 24 - SFr 45
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
- Phone
- +33 4 13943050
- Website
- zou.maregionsud.fr
Bus from Serre Chevalier - Prélong to Gare Routière
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Website
- https://zou.maregionsud.fr/en/
- Book at
- https://zou.maregionsud.fr/en/online-services/
Bus from Alpes Azur to St Michel Valloire Gare routière
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Website
- https://zou.maregionsud.fr/en/
- Book at
- https://zou.maregionsud.fr/en/online-services/
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Grenoble to Lausanne
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 18 - SFr 25
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Grenoble - Bus Station to Lausanne
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 17 - SFr 25
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
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