The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 8 trains that leave Paris for Clermont-Ferrand on Mon, Nov 24, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct trains cover the 346 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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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Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Clermont-Ferrand
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €106.
Distance: 346 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€63 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €189 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Clermont-Ferrand train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Clermont-Ferrand trains for today, Sunday, November 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5955 | On time 7:56 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h35 | 11:31 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
6607+ 875734 | On time 7:59 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h01 | 1:00 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 1 transfer | |
5959 | On time 11:54 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h37 | 3:31 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5963 | On time 12:56 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h38 | 4:34 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5971 | On time 2:54 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h39 | 6:33 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5979 | On time 4:54 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h41 | 8:35 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
5983 | On time 5:55 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h34 | 9:29 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand
Trains from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 346 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 346 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités, SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand trainsSNCF Intercités, SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Paris and Clermont-Ferrand from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Clermont-Ferrand, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Clermont-Ferrand, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
- Brioche Dorée
- Dalloyau
- La Croissanterie
- The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
- Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
- OFF Paris Seine
- Hotel Devillas
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
- Metro lines: 5, 10
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Croq'Voyage
- Eat'Shop
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
- ibis Styles Paris Bercy
- Kyriad Paris Bercy Village
- Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Located in the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 6, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 87, N32, N35
- Train lines: TER, Intercités
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the airport's parking facilities.
- I Love Paris by Guy Martin
- Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
- Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Located in the main hall
- 30 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for TGV and Thalys trains
- Hall 2: RER B platforms
- Hall 3: access to airport terminals
- RER: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Airport shuttle: CDGVAL connects all terminals
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Rue Pierre Semard.
- Restaurant Le Duguesclin
- Restaurant Lard et la Manière
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Clermont-Ferrand Centre
- Hotel Oceania Clermont-Ferrand
- Hotel Mercure Clermont Ferrand Centre Jaude
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris, Lyon, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line A
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