The cheapest and fastest buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 8 buses that leave Clermont-Ferrand for Montpellier on Sun, Dec 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m 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.




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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €126.
Distance: 249 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €372 Average price |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 48m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier bus times
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:55 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 4h35 | 7:30 AM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 0 transfersDirect | |
3159 | 4:35 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 3h50 | 8:25 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50891 | 2:50 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 4h30 | 7:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 1:55 AM Clermont-Ferrand | 4h35 | 6:30 AM Montpellier | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier
Buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 249 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 249 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Clermont-Ferrand to MontpellierYou can travel by bus between Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Clermont-Ferrand, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) and Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière. When arriving in Montpellier, you can end your journey in coach stations like Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière, Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France and Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière, located 5.1 miles (8.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Clermont-Ferrand to Montpellier
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 4, 8, 10 Train: TER
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 6, 7, 11 Tram: 2
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