What is the cheapest way to get from Ambert to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Ambert to Lyon is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambert to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Ambert to Lyon is to drive which takes 2h and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Ambert and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambert to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Place Georges Courtial and arriving at Lyon via Thiers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Ambert to Lyon?

The distance between Ambert and Lyon is 138 km. The road distance is 118.8 km.

How do I travel from Ambert to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Ambert to Lyon without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 31m and costs €110 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Ambert to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambert to Lyon bus from?

Ambert to Lyon bus services, operated by Réseau interurbain Puy-de-Dôme, depart from Place Georges Courtial station.

Where does the Ambert to Lyon bus arrive?

Ambert to Lyon bus services, operated by Réseau interurbain Puy-de-Dôme, arrive at Echangeur autoroutier Ouest station.

Can I drive from Ambert to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambert to Lyon is 119 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Ambert to Lyon.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 530+ hotels available in Lyon.

Ambert to Lyon - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ambert to Lyon by taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Ambert to Montbrison
2. Take the train from Montbrison to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
3. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part DieuTer
2h 31m
€114–142
Drive 118.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambert to Lyon118.8 km
2h
€19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Place Georges Courtial to Echangeur autoroutier OuestP02
2. Take the bus from Thiers to Lyon776 / ...
3h 43m

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Distance: 137.6 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Ambert, France and Lyon, France?

You can take a bus from Place Georges Courtial to Lyon via Echangeur autoroutier Ouest and Thiers in around 3h 43m.

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