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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand
Showing times and prices for 01 Dec
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
137 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $10.
Fast coaches
Of the 29 buses that leave Lyon for Clermont-Ferrand every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
03:00PM1h40
Lyon04:40PMClermont-Ferrand
$101One-way
0 changes
776001:05PM2h05
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station03:10PMClermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
$101One-way
0 changes
5067102:00PM2h05
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station04:05PMClermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
$101One-way
0 changes
5108109:15AM2h10
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station11:25AMClermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
$101One-way
0 changes
5044611:00AM2h05
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station01:05PMClermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
$101One-way
0 changes
08:30AM1h30
Lyon10:00AMClermont-Ferrand
$131One-way
0 changes
03:00PM1h40
Lyon04:40PMClermont-Ferrand
$101One-way
0 changes
06:20PM1h50
Lyon08:10PMClermont-Ferrand
$111One-way
0 changes
476807:00AM2h00
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station09:00AMClermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
$101One-way
0 changes
09:50AM2h00
Lyon11:50AMClermont-Ferrand
$111One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 137 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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$12 Average Price Cheapest | $48 Average Price |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand coaches for today, Sunday, 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 1:01 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 FlixBus | 3:45 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 5:45 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 7:50 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4768 | 6:00 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 8:00 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 9:10 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51081 | 8:15 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 10:25 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 10:40 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
 886714+ 89820 | On time 8:54 am Lyon Part Dieu | 3h01 | 11:55 am Clermont-Ferrand station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 10:55 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8501 | 9:00 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 11:05 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:45 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 11:50 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50446 | 10:00 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 12:05 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7758 | 10:40 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h25 | 2:05 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 12:45 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 886760+89822 | On time 10:54 am Lyon Part Dieu | 3h31 | 2:25 pm Clermont-Ferrand station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 1:25 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7760 | 12:05 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 2:10 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 2:15 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:00 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 3:05 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50671 | 1:00 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 3:05 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:55 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 4:00 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
 6685+89824 | On time 2:06 pm Lyon Part Dieu | 2h49 | 4:55 pm Clermont-Ferrand station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 2:20 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 4:30 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:15 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 5:25 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3169 | 3:30 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 5:35 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 6:00 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:30 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 6:35 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 7:00 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 7:40 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6726 | 6:35 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 8:40 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7762 | 7:35 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 9:40 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 72403 | 8:05 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 10:05 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 10:35 pm Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h45 | 12:20 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4750 | 10:10 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 12:10 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h05 | 1:15 am Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand
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Buses from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 2h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 137 km |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Lyon to Clermont-FerrandYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as $9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
$9
FlixBus frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
$10
Alsa frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
$8
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Clermont-Ferrand, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand can start from as little as $12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand is $16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand is 2 h to travel the 136 km long route, with around there are 26 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand leaves at 5: 35am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand leaves at 10: 15pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 26 direct coaches from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa or SNCF | Autocar. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand to compare what amenities they may offer.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière), located away from the city centre.
The cheapest month to travel from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
No, luggage for the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand
Lyon
Clermont-Ferrand
The major coach station for departures in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache for your trip from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Cours de VerdunWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
Lyon, Dardilly
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Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport
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The major coach station for arrivals in Clermont-Ferrand is Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) for your trip to Clermont-Ferrand from Lyon.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Address
Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routiere is located at 4 Boulevard Pasteur, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France.Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-20:00
Car connection
Boulevard PasteurWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
- Bus: 3, 4, 8, 10 Train: TER
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