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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Cantal is to bus which costs €18 - €30 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Cantal is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Cantal?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Cantal. However, there are services departing from Lyon and arriving at La Maurinie via Gare Routiere and Place du Monument Abri Voyageurs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Cantal?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Cantal. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Murat via Clermont Ferrand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Lyon to Cantal?

The distance between Lyon and Cantal is 280 km. The road distance is 255 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Cantal without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs €18 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Lyon to Cantal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Cantal bus from?

Lyon to Cantal bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Cantal train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Cantal?

The best way to get from Lyon to Cantal is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs €18 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Lyon to Cantal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lyon to Cantal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Cantal?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Cantal is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Lyon to Cantal.

Where can I stay near Cantal?

There are 13+ hotels available in Cantal.

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There are 3 ways to get from Lyon to Cantal by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrandbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gare Routiere to Place du Monument Abri Voyageursbus C08
6h 30m
€18–30
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Clermont Ferrandtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Clermont Ferrand to Murattrain Ter
6h 32m
€58–114
Drive 255 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Cantalcar 255 km
3h 48m
€40–57

Lyon to Cantal by bus

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6h 30mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.4 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Lyon to La Maurinie via Gare Routiere and Place du Monument Abri Voyageurs in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Col de Serre via Clermont Ferrand, Gare De Murat, and Place du Balat in around 6h 32m.

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