How to Get from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand
Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand is 138 km in a straight line. The trip takes 2h by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand by price and travel time (route calculated on 7 November 2026).
- First bus at 06:45, last at 23:25
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h
direct
Bus
€10
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 7 Nov 2026
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 138 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
138 km in a straight line
Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Lyon Saint-Exupéry → Clermont-Ferrandbus
FlixBus·2h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €122 | |
| December 2026 | €86 | |
| January 2027 | €179 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand
FlixBus publishes departures from 06:45 to 23:25.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 06:45 | 23:25 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 1 | 16:15 | 16:15 |
All departures FlixBus
- 06:45
- 09:20
- 10:15
- 10:45
- 10:50
- 11:15
- 11:45
- 13:10
- 14:00
- 14:25
- 15:00
- 15:15
- 16:35
- 16:50
- 17:30
- 17:35
- 18:25
- 19:25
- 21:50
- 22:20
- 22:30
- 23:25
All departures BlaBlaCar Bus
- 16:15
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
How the Trip from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 7 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry to Clermont-Ferrand, about 2h. In total it's roughly €10 over 2h, direct, no transfers.
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Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand?
Routavio's route check on 7 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:45 and the last at 23:25, from Lyon Saint-Exupéry, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand leave from?
Lyon Saint-Exupéry with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Clermont-Ferrand from Lyon?
About 138 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €10. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 1h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 7 Nov 2026