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The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Montpellier

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$14

Average price

$22

Fastest journey

2 h 50 m

Average duration

3 h 12 m

Buses per day

21

Distance

250 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Montpellier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lyon to Montpellier will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast buses

Of the 21 buses that leave Lyon for Montpellier on Mon, Jun 16, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 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 2 h 50 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 3 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
07:00PM4h20
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
11:20PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
$141One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus50617
03:35AM4h10
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
07:45AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:30AM4h20
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
12:50PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:30AM4h00
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
11:30AMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
$171One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus93129
10:30AM3h50
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
02:20PMMontpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
$171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Lyon to Montpellier

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Train

€18

Average price

Cheapest

€49

Average price

5h 1m

Average duration

4h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 27m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Lyon to Montpellier bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday, June 15
Last updated at 2:06 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h55
7:35 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal3:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
3h04
6:14 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h00
9:30 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h20
10:50 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h05
11:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:05 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
3h55
12:00 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus931298:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
3h50
12:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus5104111:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h20
3:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
3h40
3:40 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
3h50
5:50 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus31662:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
3h35
6:05 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h20
9:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus341536:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
3h35
10:25 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:40 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
3h40
1:20 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus31559:55 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h00
1:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus315710:55 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h00
2:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect
Monday, June 16
blablacarbus506171:35 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h10
5:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lyon to Montpellier

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Buses from Lyon to Montpellier run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
155 miles (250 km)
Average bus duration
4h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
$7 (€6)
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
17
Fastest bus
3h 35m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus Providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to Montpellier

FlixBus

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About
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U.S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
luggage
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
cancellation
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
wifi
Wifi
foodOnboard
Food sold onboard
seatReservation
Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
usbPlugs
USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
bikes
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
pets
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Alsa

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About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain. As a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express, Alsa offers a plethora of regional, national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers per year. Alsa has an impressive fleet of buses with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer.
Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
luggage
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
cancellation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
wifi
Wifi
foodOnboard
Food sold onboard
seatReservation
Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
usbPlugs
USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
bikes
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
pets
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

BlaBlaCar Bus

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About
BlaBlaCar Bus, a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a bus company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
luggage
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
cancellation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
wifi
Wifi
foodOnboard
Food sold onboard
seatReservation
Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
usbPlugs
USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
bikes
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

BlaBlaCar

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Lyon to Montpellier

Lyon
Montpellier
The major bus station for departures in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache for your trip from Lyon to Montpellier.
Lyon, Gare Routière de PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
  • Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
  • Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
Lyon, Gare PerracheWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun Rambaud
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
  • Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available on the concourse.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Perrache
  • Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
The major bus station for arrivals in Montpellier is Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines) for your trip to Montpellier from Lyon.
Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines)
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Avenue du Colonel André Pavelet dit Villars
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière
  • Bus: 6, 7, 11 Tram: 2

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