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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Montluçon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £56, while a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 185 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£56 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Lyon to Montluçon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£0. The journey takes 4h 7m versus 2h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Montluçon from Lyon by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Lyon to Montluçon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Montluçon are Clermont-Ferrand, Bourges, Vierzon, Limoges and Commentry. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Montluçon on Omio.
Clermont-Ferrand is known for its black volcanic-stone cathedral, Michelin heritage and setting by the Chaîne des Puys. Its old streets and lively student atmosphere give the city a practical, grounded character.
Bourges is known for the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-Étienne and a well-preserved medieval centre. Timber-framed streets, the Palais Jacques-Cœur and nearby marsh gardens give the city a calm, historic character.
Vierzon is a central French market town known for porcelain, canals and an industrial past. Set where the Cher and Yèvre meet, it feels practical and local, with a quiet old centre and a link to the Sologne.
Limoges is known for porcelain and enamel, with a craft tradition that still shapes its character. Timber-framed streets, church landmarks and a busy covered market give the city a historic yet practical feel.
Travel to Montluçon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lyon to Montluçon.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Montluçon as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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