What is the distance between Lyon and Montpellier?

About 156 miles (252 km) separate Lyon and Montpellier.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Montpellier?

If you're headed to Montpellier from Lyon, chances are that your bus will leave from Lyon Airport and arrive at Sabines. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Montpellier?

Once in Montpellier, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Château de la Mogère, Musée Parc des Dinosaures, Planet Ocean World, Pic Saint-Loup and Montpellier Cathedral.

Bus Lyon to Montpellier from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Montpellier on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 35m	12:25am	Montpellier	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:00pm	Perrache	3h 50m	7:50pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Perrache	4h 20m	11:20pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Aéroport LYS	7h 45m	4:15am	Sabines	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Montpellier on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Perrache	4h 20m	11:20pm	Sabines	Cheapest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h	3:55am	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Perrache	4h	11:30am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Perrache	4h 44m	1:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Perrache	4h 20m	12:50pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Perrache	4h 44m	1:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Montpellier on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Perrache	4h	11:30am	Sabines	Cheapest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	Fastest
Bus	10:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:20pm	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Perrache	4h 20m	12:50pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	5:30pm	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Perrache	3h 40m	5:40pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 35m	12:25am	Montpellier	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Montpellier on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:20pm	Montpellier	Cheapest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	5:30pm	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Perrache	4h 55m	9:35am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h	3:55am	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Perrache	4h 44m	1:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Perrache	4h	11:30am	Sabines	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Montpellier on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:20pm	Montpellier	Cheapest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	5:30pm	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Perrache	4h 55m	9:35am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 35m	12:25am	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Perrache	4h	11:30am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h	3:55am	Montpellier	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Montpellier on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 30m	5:30pm	Montpellier	Cheapest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	Fastest
Bus	10:30am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 50m	2:20pm	Montpellier	No tags
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Perrache	4h 55m	9:35am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Perrache	4h	11:30am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Perrache	4h 20m	12:50pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	10:05am	Perrache	3h 55m	2:00pm	Sabines	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Montpellier on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Perrache	4h	11:30am	Sabines	Cheapest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Perrache	4h 55m	9:35am	Sabines	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Perrache	4h 44m	3:14pm	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	10:05am	Perrache	3h 55m	2:00pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Perrache	4h 44m	3:14pm	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Perrache	3h 50m	7:50pm	Sabines	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Montpellier on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	3h 35m	12:25am	Montpellier	Cheapest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	Fastest
Bus	5:10am	Perrache	3h 4m	8:14am	86 Rue de la Madeleine	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Perrache	3h 50m	7:50pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Perrache	4h 20m	11:20pm	Sabines	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Aéroport LYS	7h 45m	4:15am	Sabines	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Montpellier

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Montpellier. The journey takes about 1 hour 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

1h 53mAverage Duration

157 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $78	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $110	Average Duration1h 53m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $65	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,288 reviews

Staff4.1

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

3.5/511,108 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ALSA

4.5/560,726 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

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Montpellier?

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Perrache

C - Lyon

D - Quai de Saoune

E - Villeurbanne INSA

F - Les Charrières

Stops in Montpellier

A - Sabines

B - 791 Avenue du Colonel André Pavelet dit Villars

C - Odysseum

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Montpellier by bus

What is the distance between Lyon and Montpellier?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Montpellier?
What are the best sights and things to do in Montpellier?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/10

$19

11/11

$53

Today

$19

11/13

$16

11/14

$17

11/15

$11

11/16

$14

11/17

$10

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Montpellier was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $10

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

You can expect to pay from $10 to $71 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Montpellier based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-11-17.

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 Lyon to Montpellier?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h	Avg Price$19	Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 53m	Avg Price$52	Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 10m	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures29