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 to Ambert. However, there are services departing from Lyon and arriving at Gare via Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere and Pôle Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

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 €100 - €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 FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Where does the Lyon to Ambert bus arrive?

Lyon to Ambert bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saint-Étienne 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 222+ hotels available in Ambert.

Lyon to Ambert - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 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
€104–143
Drive 120 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lyon to Ambertcar 120 km
2h
€19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Saint-Étiennebus 747
2. Take the bus from Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere to Le Puy En Velaybus
3. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to Garebus H27
5h 44m
€22–31
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
€25–59
Train, bus via Lyon Perrache
1. Take the train from Lyon Perrache 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
6h
€25–58

Lyon to Ambert by bus

1Weekly Buses

5h 44mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 137.4 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Ambert, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

You can take a bus from Lyon to Gare via Saint-Étienne, Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere, Le Puy En Velay, and Pôle Intermodal in around 5h 44m.

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