How to get from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand
- 348 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 5h 10m
- 36 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
4h 48m
1 transfer
Train + Bus
€52
Cheapest
5h 10m
direct
Bus
€21
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 2 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 10m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 348 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
348 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €52Reading date not recorded | 4h 48m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €25Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 5h 10mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€52Reading date not recorded4h 48m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€25Omio catalogue, Oct 35h 10m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Paris to Clermont-Ferrand: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Paris → Clermont-Ferrandbus
FlixBus·5h 10m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Paris to Clermont-Ferrand
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€91November 2026
€79Departures from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand
FlixBus runs 36 scheduled departures a day, the first at 04:55 and the last at 22:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 36 | 04:55 | 22:40 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 8 | 00:55 | 23:55 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusParis-Clermont-FerrandBook →
SNCFParis-VichyBook →Regional connectionVichy-Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airportBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, SNCF, Regional connection; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand, about 5h 10m. In total it's roughly €21 over 5h 10m, direct, no transfers.
Paris to Clermont-Ferrand: common questions
How long does it take to get from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand?
The most useful route takes about 5h 10m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 04:55 and the last at 22:40, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand?
36 a day with FlixBus, between 04:55 and 22:40.
How far is Clermont-Ferrand from Paris?
About 348 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Paris to Clermont-Ferrand cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €21. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Paris to Clermont-Ferrand?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SNCF, Regional connection.
Can you get from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 17m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Clermont-Ferrand?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to next
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 2 Oct 2026