Lyon to Montpellier

Lyon to Montpellier

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Lyon to Montpellier Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+3h 4m
$752.51
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
00:55
04:55
$34.28
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
03:35
07:45
$11.61
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
04:40
09:35
$29.90
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
05:10
08:14
$28.64
Flight
Transavia France
Economy
06:15
13:55
$286.44
Flight
Transavia France
Economy
06:35
10:30
$668.36
Flight
Air France
Economy
06:55
22:35
$375.25
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
07:30
11:30
$29.90
Train
TGV
Standard
08:06
10:11
$94.22
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
08:30
12:50
$43.18
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
09:00
13:05
$29.35
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
10:00
16:25
$48.65
Flight
Air France
Economy
10:20
15:00
$423.92
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
10:40
22:50
$647.40
Flight
Tunisair
Economy
11:05
10:30
$681.17
Flight
Air France
Economy
11:40
15:00
$904.82
Flight
KLM
Economy
12:00
08:20
$1,149.48
Flight
KLM
Economy
12:25
22:35
$826.26
Flight
Lufthansa
Economy
12:55
11:20
$412.15

How to get from Lyon to Montpellier

When you want to get from Lyon to Montpellier, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 79.41. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 79.41.

How far is Lyon from Montpellier?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lyon to Montpellier. Your trip will be a total of 187 miles (300 km). The flying distance is 163 miles (262 km).

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Montpellier?

The travel time from Lyon to Montpellier can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 24 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lyon to Montpellier?

The cost of the trip from Lyon to Montpellier varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Alsa Internacional: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 79.41 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 79.41.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lyon to Montpellier:

  • Bus tickets - USD 79.18 to USD 79.18;
  • flight price: USD 299.25. From Lyon to Montpellier starting from 11:55 Lyon Airport until 11:55 Lyon Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 958.29 to USD 2,101.72.

How many trips per day are there between Lyon and Montpellier?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 04:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:30. There are 3 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Lyon to Montpellier is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Lyon to Montpellier. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 958.29.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Lyon to Montpellier

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lyon to Montpellier? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Lyon to Montpellier

Facts about the transport from Lyon to Montpellier

Cheapest Transport$80
Fastest Transport3h 10m
Earliest Departure4:30 AM
Latest Departure8:30 PM
Departures per day3
Distance300 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir France, Alsa Internacional, Internorte Transportes Rodoviarios Do Norte