The cheapest and fastest buses from Montpellier to Lyon
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
9
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 €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 9 buses that leave Montpellier for Lyon on Tue, Dec 02, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. 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 €9, and a flight costs an average of €260.
Distance: 250 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €413 Average price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 40m Average total duration 10h 40m 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
Montpellier to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Lyon buses for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h00 | 11:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h50 | 12:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
51042 | 12:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h30 | 4:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h00 | 4:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:45 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h30 | 5:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 4h25 | 8:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3154 | 11:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h40 | 3:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal | 12:20 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 3h35 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Montpellier to Lyon
Buses from Montpellier to Lyon run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 17 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 35m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar from Montpellier to LyonYou can travel by bus between Montpellier to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar 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.

When departing from Montpellier, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines). When arriving in Lyon, you can end your journey in coach stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière, which is located around 5.1 miles (8.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Montpellier to Lyon
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 6, 7, 11 Tram: 2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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