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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand
Showing times and prices for 29 Aug
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Buses per day
44
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 £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Fast coaches
Of the 44 buses that leave Lyon for Clermont-Ferrand every day 41 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 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 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.
510819:152h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:25Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£71One-way0 changes- 74641:352h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)3:40Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£71One-way0 changes
- 776220:352h05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)22:40Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£71One-way0 changes
- 7240321:002h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)23:00Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£71One-way0 changes
- 500048:002h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)10:10Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£71One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:551h55Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:50Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£91One-way0 changes- 7240321:002h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)23:00Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:502h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)21:50Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£91One-way0 changes
- 47687:002h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:00Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus12:102h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)14:10Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)£91One-way0 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 £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 18m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 137 km
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2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h15 | 12:45 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50446 | 11:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 13:10 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 13:50 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h00 | 14:10 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
 89822+886720 | 12:24 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h01 | 15:25 Clermont-Ferrand station | 1 change | |
| 7860 | 13:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 15:10 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 15:25 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h20 | 16:15 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50671 | 14:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 16:05 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 16:35 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 17:00 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
 6685+89824 | 15:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h49 | 17:55 Clermont-Ferrand station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h45 | 18:00 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 17:30 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 17:55 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 18:30 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3169 | 16:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 18:35 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 19:00 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 19:35 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50881 | 18:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h15 | 20:25 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 20:35 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 21:05 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 21:30 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:50 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h00 | 21:50 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 22:30 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7762 | 20:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 22:40 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 72403 | 21:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h00 | 23:00 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 23:10 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 23:15 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h45 | 1:20 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 94560 | 23:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 1:10 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h55 | 2:20 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
| FlixBus | 0:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 2:40 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7464 | 1:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 3:40 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 8:15 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 8:45 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4768 | 7:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h00 | 9:00 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h55 | 9:50 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 50004 | 8:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 10:10 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 51081 | 9:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 11:25 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h20 | 11:40 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8501 | 10:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 12:10 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6681+89820 | 10:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h49 | 12:55 Clermont-Ferrand station | 1 change | |
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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 31 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 1h 55m.
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 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Internorte from Lyon to Clermont-FerrandYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Internorte for as low as £6. 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
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
18 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
£8
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
£6
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
9 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
5 a day
Internorte
Luggage & cancellation policy
Internorte frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Clermont-Ferrand
Things to do in Clermont-Ferrand
Discover the best of Clermont-Ferrand — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Clermont-Ferrand trip today.
- Recommended
Musée d'art Roger-Quilliot
Leading fine arts museum in a former convent, with European paintings, regional works and a notable collection of Blaise Pascal items.
- Recommended
Musée Henri-Lecoq
Science museum dedicated to Blaise Pascal, presenting experiments and hands-on displays in the thinker’s birthplace setting.
- Must visit
Place de Jaude
Elegant central square lined with arcades and cafés, anchored by the Vercingétorix statue and surrounded by grand civic buildings.
- Recommended
Centre historique de Clermont-Ferrand
Medieval quarter of lanes, stone façades and small squares around the cathedral, ideal for walking and discovering historic Clermont.
- Recommended
Jardin Lecoq
Large urban park with lawns, trees, playgrounds and paths, popular for relaxed walks close to the historic centre.
- Gluten-free
Soupe au chou d’Auvergne
Rustic Auvergne cabbage soup with potatoes, vegetables and often pork. A hearty mountain staple eaten in winter across the region.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Truffade
A thick potato and fresh Cantal cheese mash, often enriched with cream or garlic. It is a classic comfort dish from nearby Auvergne highlands.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Aligot
Mashed potatoes whipped with fresh Tomme cheese until stretchy, traditionally served with sausages or roast pork. A famous farmhouse dish of Auvergne.
L'Ostal
Refined dining near Place de Jaude with modern French cooking, polished service and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
Lard De Vivre
Traditional Auvergne restaurant known for regional dishes, cheeses and hearty portions in a warm, old-town setting.
Le Bistrot d'a Cote
Casual local address for Auvergne specialities such as truffade and regional charcuterie, with a friendly bistro feel.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and everyday coffee remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or lunch deals.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €55+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.20-3.80 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares, and small change is fine in cafés.
T2C
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.60
- Day pass
- €5.20
To the city centre
Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) -> Delille Montlosier, Clermont-Ferrand
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- T2C buses and trams are free from Saturday 04:15 until Monday 01:30 on the whole network.
- Card payment is available on the network via Open Payment; the official T2C app also provides live times and journey planning.
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 £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand is £8; 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 1h 55m to travel the 137 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand leaves at 0:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 29 direct coaches a day from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Internorte. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Internorte for the best way to get you to Clermont-Ferrand. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Lyon , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland), Lyon, Dardilly, Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport, Givors, Plaza Jean Berry, Lyon, Gare Perrache . When arriving in Clermont-Ferrand , you can end your route in coach stations like Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière), Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière, Pessat-Villeneuve, Aire de Pessat-Villeneuve, Clermont-Ferrand.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière), located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Clermont-Ferrand from Lyon is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand
Most Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) station pair, with some services arriving at Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Lyon
Arrival bus stations in Clermont-Ferrand
Which Lyon station do buses to Clermont-Ferrand leave from?
Buses from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand leave from Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. The station is 2 km from Lyon city centre at 13 Cours de Verdun, 69002 Lyon, France.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache13 Cours de Verdun, 69002 Lyon, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainTer · 5m · £0.90 · every ~5 min
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)52 Av. Tony Garnier, 69007 Lyon, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN734 · 15m · £0.90
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, Dardilly69570 Dardilly, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Lyon, Dardilly from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Dardilly is 10 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus115, 118 · 18m · £3 · every ~4 min
115, 118 · 52m · £4 · every ~4 min
Lyon, Dardilly bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Dardilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Dardilly. ATMs are available at Lyon, Dardilly.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Dardilly.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Dardilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Dardilly: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Which Clermont-Ferrand station do buses from Lyon arrive at?
Buses from Lyon to Clermont-Ferrand most often arrive at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière). Some services arrive at Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Clermont-Ferrand arrival station.
Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routiere is located at 4 Boulevard Pasteur, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France.
City-centre transport
Getting to Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) from Clermont-Ferrand city centre
BusE4 · 4m · every ~5 min
E2 · 8m · every ~5 min
Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) bus station facilities and services
Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km), Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière): Elevators, ramps.
Clermont Ferrand, Gare RoutièreClermont Ferrand, Gare Routiere is located at 4 Boulevard Pasteur, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France.
City-centre transport
Getting to Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière from Clermont-Ferrand city centre
BusE2, S11, S12, Ls084 · 7m · every ~13 min
TramA · 5m · every ~15 min
Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière bus station facilities and services
Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km), Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Clermont-FerrandClermont Ferrand Bus Station, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Clermont-Ferrand from Clermont-Ferrand city centre
BusE1, P41 · 4m · every ~7 min
Clermont-Ferrand bus station facilities and services
Clermont-Ferrand has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack kiosks available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clermont-Ferrand. ATMs are aTMs available near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clermont-Ferrand.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clermont-Ferrand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont-Ferrand: Accessible entrances provided.
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