The cheapest and fastest buses from Montpellier to Lyon
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€24
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€53
Fastest journey on Aug 30
3 h
Average journey duration on Aug 30
3 h 12 m
Buses on Aug 30
29
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Montpellier to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Lyon will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 29 buses from Montpellier to Lyon, including 28 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
Normal10:20 PM3h40Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière2:00 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€241One-way0 transfers
Normal10:20 PM3h40Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière2:00 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM4h05Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière2:35 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€271One-way0 transfers
Normal10:05 AM3h35Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière1:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€301One-way0 transfers
Normal10:05 AM3h35Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière1:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€301One-way0 transfers
Normal2:15 AM3h00Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière5:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€591One-way0 transfers
Normal2:15 AM3h00Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière5:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€591One-way0 transfers
2:15 AM3h00Montpellier5:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€1301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:50 AM3h30Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière6:20 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€471One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:30 PM3h30Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière10:00 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. 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 bus costs an average of €17, while a flight costs an average of €297.
Distance: 250 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price | €297 Average price |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 2h 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
Montpellier to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Lyon buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h40 | 11:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3356 | 8:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h40 | 12:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50618 | 9:00 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h10 | 1:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h35 | 2:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h05 | 2:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h25 | 2:55 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h45 | 3:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
3154 | 12:30 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h35 | 4:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h00 | 5:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h00 | 5:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 AM Montpellier | 3h00 | 5:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h30 | 6:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h14 | 7:29 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h55 | 12:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 4h15 | 1:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h50 | 1:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h35 | 1:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h35 | 1:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 4h45 | 4:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h00 | 5:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
93130 | 3:50 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h10 | 8:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h55 | 7:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h30 | 10:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte or Gipsyy to find the best option for your trip from Montpellier to Lyon.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Montpellier to Lyon
Buses from Montpellier to Lyon run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 250 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy from Montpellier to LyonYou can travel by bus between Montpellier to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Montpellier to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Montpellier to Lyon
Most Montpellier to Lyon buses use the Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Montpellier station do buses to Lyon leave from?
Getting to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière bus station facilities and services
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France bus station facilities and services
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafe and snack shops available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts.
Which Lyon station do buses from Montpellier arrive at?
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:
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.
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:
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.
Getting to Lyon from Lyon city centre
Lyon is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon bus station facilities and services
Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several small eateries available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts.
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