How much is the bus ticket from Montpellier to Lyon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Montpellier to Lyon start from CHF 11. The average price for this route is around CHF 21. 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 10m, covering a distance of 157 miles (252 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Montpellier to Lyon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 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 6.2959249999999995 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 61939 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 traveler 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 traveler 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 CHF 11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Montpellier to Lyon on May 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:20pm	Sabines	4h 25m	9:45pm	Gare routière de Gerland	Cheapest
Bus	2:15am	Arret "Sabines" Ligne 2 Du Tramway	3h	5:15am	Gare routière de Gerland	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Montpellier	3h 35m	4:05am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Arret "Sabines" Ligne 2 Du Tramway	3h 35m	4:05am	Gare routière de Gerland	No tags
Bus	1:55am	Sabines	6h 10m	8:05am	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:58 AM CEST.

Get from Montpellier to Lyon

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

157 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Montpellier and Lyon?

Stops in Montpellier

A
Sabines
Avenue du Colonel Pavelet, 34070 Montpellier, France
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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
Lyon Airport
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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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

3.5/512,661 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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

3.7/511,800 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ALSA

4.3/562,010 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

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, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

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 CHF 11. The average price for this route is around CHF 21. 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 10m, covering a distance of 157 miles (252 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Montpellier to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 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 6.2959249999999995 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 61939 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 traveler 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 traveler 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

05/16

CHF 115

05/17

CHF 70

Today

CHF 34

05/19

CHF 14

05/20

CHF 13

05/21

CHF 13

05/22

CHF 15

05/23

CHF 15

The cheapest trip from Montpellier to Lyon was searched and found on May 21, 2026 with a price of CHF 13

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 CHF 13 to CHF 115 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 CHF 13 which is on 2026-05-21.

Usually ALSA, FlixBus 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.