How much is the bus ticket from Montpellier to Lyon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Montpellier to Lyon start from $11. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Montpellier to Lyon?

The average bus trip duration from Montpellier to Lyon is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 157 miles (254 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Montpellier to Lyon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA , INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Montpellier to Lyon?

The earliest bus departs from Montpellier to Lyon at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Montpellier to Lyon?

A bus trip from Montpellier to Lyon generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Montpellier to Lyon?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Montpellier to Lyon?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Montpellier to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Montpellier to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Montpellier to Lyon from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20pm	Montpellier	4h 30m	5:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Sabines	4h	5:30pm	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	1:45pm	86 Rue de la Madeleine	4h 30m	6:15pm	Perrache	No tags
Bus	5:20pm	Sabines	4h 25m	9:45pm	Perrache	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Montpellier	5h 50m	7:10pm	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:20pm	Sabines	4h 25m	9:45pm	Perrache	Cheapest
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Montpellier	3h 40m	4:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sabines	6h 15m	8:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50pm	Montpellier	4h 10m	8:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Montpellier	3h 40m	12:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sabines	6h 15m	8:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Montpellier	4h 20m	1:15pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	1:20pm	Montpellier	4h 30m	5:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sabines	6h 15m	8:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20pm	Montpellier	3h 40m	2:00am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	8:55am	Montpellier	4h 20m	1:15pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sabines	6h 15m	8:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20pm	Montpellier	4h 30m	5:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:15pm	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 14m	10:29pm	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Montpellier	3h 40m	4:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:45am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	4h 30m	5:15am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sabines	6h 15m	8:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Montpellier	4h 20m	1:15pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Montpellier	3h 40m	4:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sabines	6h 15m	8:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00pm	Montpellier	4h 10m	1:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Montpellier	3h 40m	4:10am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:20am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	3h 35m	4:55am	Perrache	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Sabines	6h 15m	8:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:55 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Montpellier to Lyon

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 1 hour 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 53mAverage Duration

157 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $111	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $97	Average Duration1h 53m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $70	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Montpellier and Lyon?

Stops in Montpellier

A
Sabines
Avenue du Colonel Pavelet, 34070 Montpellier, France
B
791 Avenue du Colonel André Pavelet dit Villars
791 Avenue du Colonel André Pavelet dit Villars, 34070 Montpellier, France
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C
Odysseum
1016 Rue Georges Méliès, 34000 Montpellier, France

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France
E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,230 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ALSA

4.5/560,923 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Montpellier to Lyon by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Montpellier to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Montpellier to Lyon start from $11. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Montpellier to Lyon?
The average bus trip duration from Montpellier to Lyon is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 157 miles (254 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Montpellier to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Montpellier to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Montpellier to Lyon at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Montpellier to Lyon?
A bus trip from Montpellier to Lyon generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Montpellier to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Montpellier to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Montpellier to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Montpellier to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/13

$35

12/14

$49

Today

$23

12/16

$17

12/17

$15

12/18

$11

12/19

$25

12/20

$25

The cheapest trip from Montpellier to Lyon was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Montpellier to Lyon, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $111 for a bus ticket from Montpellier to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually ALSA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Montpellier to Lyon?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 20m	Avg Price$22	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 53m	Avg Price$54	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 10m	Avg Price$30	Daily Departures18