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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand is to rideshare which costs €10 - €13 and takes 2h 12m.

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station station and arriving at Clermont-Ferrand - Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Clermont Ferrand. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand?

The distance between Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand is 218 km. The road distance is 161.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €75.

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

The train from Lyon Part Dieu to Clermont Ferrand takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand?

The best way to get from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand bus arrive?

Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Clermont-Ferrand - Bus Station.

Where does the Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand?

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

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Clermont-Ferrand?

There are 1534+ hotels available in Clermont-Ferrand.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Clermont Ferrandtrain Ter
2h 25m
€35–75
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrandrideshare 161.3 km
2h 12m
€10–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Clermont-Ferrand - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 44m
€17–35
Drive 161.5 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrandcar 161.5 km
1h 46m
€26–37

Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand by train

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Distance: 218 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Clermont Ferrand hourly. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Clermont-Ferrand - Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 2h 44m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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