How to travel from Lyon to Montluel

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Compare train and bus for Lyon to Montluel

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Montluel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, while a train costs an average of $7.

Distance: 12 miles (20 km)

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$6

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$7

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$7

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 7m

Average total duration

37m

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30m

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51m

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21m

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38m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Montluel is a bus with an average price of $6 (€5).

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Montluel:

A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Montluel costing on average $7 (€6).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Montluel is by train with an average journey time of 51m.

Other travel options to Montluel take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Montluel including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Montluel among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (37m by bus vs 38m by car) and save roughly $1 (€1) compared to fuel and tolls ($6 (€5) vs $7 (€6)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

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from Lyon to Montluel

How to get from Lyon to Montluel by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Lyon to Montluel is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • TER886871
    3:12 PM0h21
    Lyon Part Dieu
    3:33 PMMontluel station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • TER886871
    3:12 PM0h21
    Lyon Part Dieu
    3:33 PMMontluel station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TER886871
    3:12 PM0h21
    Lyon Part Dieu
    3:33 PMMontluel station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER886837
    4:12 PM0h21
    Lyon Part Dieu
    4:33 PMMontluel station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER886823
    1:12 PM0h21
    Lyon Part Dieu
    1:33 PMMontluel station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER886865
    10:12 AM0h21
    Lyon Part Dieu
    10:33 AMMontluel station
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Montluel

Travel to Montluel easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lyon to Montluel.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lyon and Montluel including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Montluel is a bus with an average price of $6 (€5).

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Montluel:

A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Montluel costing on average $7 (€6).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Montluel is by train with an average journey time of 51m.

Other travel options to Montluel take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 7m.

The distance from Lyon to Montluel is approximately 12 miles (20 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Montluel is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Montluel as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Montluel:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Montluel station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Montluel, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | Autocar to go to Montluel by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Montluel by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Montluel with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with SNCF | Autocar.
  • 10 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Montluel often also extend their vacation to go to Lyon Part Dieu, Meximieux, Ambérieu-en-Bugey, Paris Gare de Lyon, Beynost. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Montluel and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Montluel to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of one to two days in Montluel is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the charm of this small French town.

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