What is the cheapest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Clermont-Ferrand and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clermont-Ferrand and arriving at Lyon. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Clermont-Ferrand and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clermont Ferrand and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

The distance between Clermont-Ferrand and Lyon is 167 km. The road distance is 162.3 km.

How do I travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €14 - €26.

How long does it take to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

The bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon bus from?

Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Clermont-Ferrand station.

Where do I catch the Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon train from?

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

Train or bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

The best way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €14 - €26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon bus arrive?

Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

Book your Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

Book your Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 4133+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Clermont-Ferrand and Lyon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyonbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
2h 10m
€14–26
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyonrideshare 162.7 km
2h 14m
€10
Train
1. Take the train from Clermont Ferrand to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2h 24m
€35–75
Drive 162.3 km
1. Drive from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyoncar 162.3 km
1h 46m
€26–37

Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon by bus

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Distance: 166.9 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Clermont-Ferrand, France and Lyon, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon hourly. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 2h 10m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Clermont Ferrand to Lyon Part Dieu hourly. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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