How to get to Clermont-Ferrand from Montauban

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Compare coach, train and flight for Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £483.

Distance: 239 km

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6h 9m

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5h 39m

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Compare ways to travel from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand

Compare the available ways to get from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand is a coach with an average price of £36.

This is compared to other travel options from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand:

A coach is £83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand costing on average £119.

A coach is £448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand costing on average £483.

The fastest way to travel from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Clermont-Ferrand take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 9m.

Train takes on average 8h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Montauban and Clermont-Ferrand including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £73 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £38. The journey takes 5h 39m versus 3h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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How to get to Clermont-Ferrand from Montauban by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50486 · 4767
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  • BlaBlaCar Bus50486 · 4767
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  • Air FranceAF7419 · AF7390
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Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités3650+TER873804+SNCF | Autocar412439
    2 changes
  • TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187871609+SNCF | TGV INOUI6873+TER875748
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  • SNCF | Intercités de nuit3750+SNCF | Intercités5955
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  • Air FranceAF7390+chalairAF7043
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  • Air FranceAF7413 · AF7394
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  • Air FranceAF7409 · AF7392
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Best day trips from Clermont-Ferrand by train

The most popular day trips by train from Clermont-Ferrand are Lyon, Saint-Étienne, Vichy, Limoges and Thiers. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Clermont-Ferrand on Omio.

A view of Lyon

Day trip from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyon by train

Why visit Lyon for the day?

Lyon is known for its gastronomy, silk heritage and the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon. Set between the Rhône and Saône, it balances historic districts with a modern cultural scene.

A view of Vichy

Day trip from Clermont-Ferrand to Vichy by train

Why visit Vichy for the day?

Vichy is a spa town in central France, known for its mineral springs, Belle Époque buildings and riverside parks. Its thermal heritage and wartime history give it a poised, slightly formal character.

A view of Limoges

Day trip from Clermont-Ferrand to Limoges by train

Why visit Limoges for the day?

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.

A view of Thiers

Day trip from Clermont-Ferrand to Thiers by train

Why visit Thiers for the day?

Thiers is best known for its long knife-making tradition, still visible in local workshops and the Musée de la Coutellerie. Set on a steep hillside above the Durolle valley, it has an old-town character shaped by craft and industry.

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FAQs: Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand

Travel to Clermont-Ferrand 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 Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand.

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There are 3 options to travel between Montauban and Clermont-Ferrand including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand is a coach with an average price of £36.

This is compared to other travel options from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand:

A coach is £83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand costing on average £119.

A coach is £448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand costing on average £483.

The fastest way to travel from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Clermont-Ferrand take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 9m.

Train takes on average 8h 48m.

The Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand distance is approximately 239 km.
The average frequency per day from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montauban and Clermont-Ferrand as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand:
  • Flights mostly depart from Toulouse Blagnac Airport and arrive in Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Montauban station and arrive in Clermont-Ferrand station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Montauban, Rue des Frères Montgolfier and arrive in Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France to go to Clermont-Ferrand by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Clermont-Ferrand by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Clermont-Ferrand by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lyon, Porto, Barcelona, Bordeaux. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Clermont-Ferrand and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Montauban to Clermont-Ferrand, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
You typically need two to three days in Clermont-Ferrand to explore its main attractions, including the historic centre, the impressive Notre-Dame du Port Basilica, and the scenic views from the Puy de Dôme volcano.

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