- Must visit
Musée d'Art Roger-Quilliot
The city’s main fine arts museum, housed in a former Ursuline convent, with collections from medieval works to modern painting and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva 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 Geneva to Clermont-Ferrand will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 15 buses that leave Geneva for Clermont-Ferrand on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 241 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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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7660 · 7860
3816 · 3169
3812 · 94560
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FlixBus
FlixBus
51041 · 50671Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Clermont-Ferrand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. 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 $19, and a flight costs an average of $78.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price | $291 Average price | $168 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Clermont-Ferrand:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Clermont-Ferrand costing on average $85 (€70).
A bus is $262 (€215) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Clermont-Ferrand costing on average $291 (€239).
Other travel options to Clermont-Ferrand take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 26m.
Flight takes on average 9h 14m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $168 (€138) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $139 (€114). The journey takes 4h 26m versus 3h 8m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:59PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:59AM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:59AM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Clermont-Ferrand buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 6h00 | 12:45 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
7660 · 7860 | 7:45 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 7h25 | 3:10 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 5h45 | 1:50 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
51041 · 50671 | 10:30 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 5h35 | 4:05 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 5h50 | 6:00 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 5h05 | 6:30 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 PM Genève, Aéroport | 6h10 | 7:35 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
4845 | 3:30 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 5h29 | 8:59 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1716 · 7762 | 4:20 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 6h20 | 10:40 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 6h00 | 10:30 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Genève, Aéroport | 8h25 | 1:20 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
72403 | 5:20 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 5h40 | 11:00 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 7h55 | 2:20 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3812 · 94560 | 6:50 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 6h20 | 1:10 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
7620 · 94560 | 7:00 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 6h10 | 1:10 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 4h40 | 11:50 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Geneva to Clermont-Ferrand run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Clermont-Ferrand — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Clermont-Ferrand trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum, housed in a former Ursuline convent, with collections from medieval works to modern painting and decorative arts.
A modern museum dedicated to Michelin’s history, innovation, mobility, and industrial heritage, presented through immersive displays and restored objects.
A natural history museum known for volcanology, regional biodiversity, minerals, and scientific collections linked to Auvergne’s landscape.
The city’s central square, surrounded by shops and major buildings, and the main orientation point for most visitors.
The old town’s lava-stone streets, squares, and facades make it the best area for strolling, architecture, and atmosphere.
A dramatic upland viewpoint and walking area just outside the city, known for history, wide volcanic scenery, and social-media-friendly panoramas.
A classic Auvergne dish of sliced potatoes cooked with garlic and fresh tome cheese until melted and crisp. It is one of the region’s best-known comfort foods.
A rich mash of potatoes blended with fresh cheese, cream, and garlic until stretchy and smooth. Though more associated with nearby Aubrac, it is widely enjoyed in Clermont-Ferrand and Auvergne.
A traditional baked loaf from Auvergne made with chard or herbs, pork, and prunes, giving a savory-sweet flavor that is distinctive to the region.
A renowned fine-dining restaurant by chef Xavier Beaudiment, known for refined modern cuisine rooted in Auvergne products and elegant presentation.
A well-known Clermont-Ferrand restaurant offering creative French cuisine with strong regional influence in a warm, contemporary setting.
A popular local venue combining dining, wine, and live music, appreciated for its convivial atmosphere and seasonal French dishes.
Generally moderate by French standards. Casual meals are affordable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Small change for cafes and taxis is common.
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Clermont-Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) -> Clermont-Ferrand Station
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