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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Ambert?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Ambert. However, there are services departing from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station and arriving at Gare via Pôle Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Lyon to Ambert?

The distance between Lyon and Ambert is 137 km. The road distance is 120 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Ambert without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 7m and costs €110 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Lyon to Ambert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Ambert bus from?

Lyon to Ambert bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Lyon to Ambert bus arrive?

Lyon to Ambert bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Le Puy-en-Velay station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Ambert?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Ambert is 120 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Lyon to Ambert.

Where can I stay near Ambert?

There are 204+ hotels available in Ambert.

Lyon to Ambert - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Ambert by train, taxi, 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.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne Chateaucreuxtrain Ter
2. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Montbrisontrain Ter
3. Take the taxi from Montbrison to Amberttaxi
3h 7m
€113–144
Drive 120 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lyon to Ambertcar 120 km
2h
€19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Le Puy-en-Velaybus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to Garebus H27
4h 54m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne Chateaucreuxtrain Ter
2. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Le Puy En Velaytrain Ter
3. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to Garebus H27
5h 51m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 137.4 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Gare via Pôle Intermodal in around 4h 54m.

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