- Must visit
Musée d'Art Roger-Quilliot
Major fine arts museum in Montferrand, housed in a former convent with collections from medieval works to modern painting.
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
6 h 4 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
372 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Toulon 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 Toulon to Clermont-Ferrand will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 2 trains that leave Toulon for Clermont-Ferrand on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 372 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 4 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 7 h 4 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Toulon to Clermont-Ferrand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $88.
Distance: 231 miles (372 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$133 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Toulon to Clermont-Ferrand:
A bus is $88 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulon to Clermont-Ferrand costing on average $133 (€107).
Other travel options to Clermont-Ferrand take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 49m.
The journey is about 16m faster (5h 6m by train vs 5h 22m by car) and roughly $21 (€17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($133 (€107) vs $154 (€124)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Toulon to Clermont-Ferrand trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:19 PM Toulon | 5h43 | 6:02 PM Clermont-Ferrand | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:40 PM Toulon | 8h22 | 10:02 PM Clermont-Ferrand | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Toulon | 5h49 | 9:02 PM Clermont-Ferrand | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:13 PM Toulon | 5h46 | 9:59 PM Clermont-Ferrand | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 4:58 AM Toulon | 7h04 | 12:02 PM Clermont-Ferrand | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:58 AM Toulon | 6h04 | 4:02 PM Clermont-Ferrand | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Toulon to Clermont-Ferrand run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 231 miles (372 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 231 miles (372 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
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Major fine arts museum in Montferrand, housed in a former convent with collections from medieval works to modern painting.
Popular museum on Michelin's history, innovation, transport and industrial heritage, with interactive displays and vehicles.
Natural history museum with regional geology, volcano, botany and zoology collections, especially relevant in the Auvergne volcanic region.
The city's main square and a natural starting point for visitors, lively for shopping, events and people-watching.
Expansive viewpoint and walking area south of the city, famous for history and broad views over the Limagne plain.
Flagship volcanic summit overlooking Clermont-Ferrand, extremely popular for hiking, panoramas and social media photos.
A hearty Auvergne potato dish cooked with tome fraîche cheese, often served with cured ham or salad. It is one of the region’s best-known comfort foods.
Mashed 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 baked Auvergne loaf made with herbs, greens, prunes, and usually pork or bacon. It is a traditional rustic specialty balancing savory and sweet flavors.
A renowned fine-dining restaurant near Clermont-Ferrand led by a Michelin-starred chef, known for creative cuisine rooted in Auvergne products and an elegant atmosphere.
A well-regarded restaurant highlighting regional ingredients and contemporary French cooking in a polished but welcoming setting.
An established traditional address in the historic center, appreciated for Auvergne specialties, classic dishes, and a warm local atmosphere.
Generally moderate by French standards: good-value lunches and coffee, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is common.
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Clermont-Ferrand Station, Clermont-Ferrand -> Place De Jaude, Clermont-Ferrand
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