What is the cheapest way to get from Cantal to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Cantal to Lyon is to bus which costs €17 - €30 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cantal to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Cantal to Lyon is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cantal and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cantal to Lyon. However, there are services departing from La Maurinie and arriving at Lyon via Place du Monument Abri Voyageurs and Clermont-Ferrand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cantal and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Cantal to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Murat and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Clermont Ferrand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Cantal to Lyon?

The distance between Cantal and Lyon is 282 km. The road distance is 255.1 km.

How do I travel from Cantal to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Cantal to Lyon without a car is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs €17 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Cantal to Lyon?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Cantal to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cantal to Lyon bus from?

Cantal to Lyon bus services, operated by REGION - cars Région Cantal, depart from Place du Monument Abri Voyageurs station.

Where do I catch the Cantal to Lyon train from?

Cantal to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Murat station.

Train or bus from Cantal to Lyon?

The best way to get from Cantal to Lyon is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs €17 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Cantal to Lyon bus arrive?

Cantal to Lyon bus services, operated by REGION - cars Région Cantal, arrive at Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Cantal to Lyon train arrive?

Cantal to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Clermont Ferrand station.

Can I drive from Cantal to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cantal to Lyon is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Cantal to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 226+ hotels available in Lyon.

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Place du Monument Abri Voyageurs to Gare Routierebus C08
2. Take the bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyonbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
5h 56m
€18–30
Train
1. Take the train from Murat to Clermont Ferrandtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Clermont Ferrand to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
6h 19m
€56–116
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Cantal to Lyoncar 255.1 km
3h 47m
€40–57

Cantal to Lyon by bus

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5h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.3 km
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Cantal, France and Lyon, France?

You can take a bus from La Maurinie to Lyon via Place du Monument Abri Voyageurs and Clermont-Ferrand in around 5h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Col de Serre to Lyon Part Dieu via Place du Balat, Murat, and Clermont Ferrand in around 6h 19m.

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