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Taking the train from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand in 3 hours
Thinking about taking the train from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 44 minutes to travel the 89 miles (143 km) from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You'll be hopping on one of SNCF's TER or Intercités trains during your journey, both of which offer comfortable seating and space for luggage.
Train tickets from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand start from £31.62 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Clermont-Ferrand? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Mende to Clermont-Ferrand by train
It takes an average of 3h 44m to travel from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand by train, over a distance of around 89 miles (143 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand and tickets for this journey start from £31.62 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:34 | |
| Departure station | Mende | |
| Arrival station | Clermont-Ferrand | |
| Journey time | From 3h 0m | |
| Distance | 89 miles (143 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £31.62 | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand
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SNCF trains from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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Cheap train tickets from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Mende to Clermont-Ferrand by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.