Are you planning your visit to GRAND MESS Clermont-Ferrand?
Here’s a straightforward guide on how to get to Clermont-Ferrand: by car via the A71 or A75, by train, or by plane, and how to get around once you’re there. The hotel is located at 15 Rue de l’Éminée, in the La Pardieu neighborhood, south of Clermont-Ferrand.
It takes about 3 minutes from the A75 highway, 13 minutes on foot from La Pardieu train station, and 10 to 12 minutes by car from Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport.
All practical information is also available on our Access page
By car from the north: the A71
This route is for travelers coming from Paris, Orléans, Bourges, Montluçon, or Vichy. From Bordeaux and Limoges, the A89 joins the A71 north of Clermont-Ferrand; from there, follow the same route.
Here is the route:
- Take the A71 to Clermont-Ferrand. After the Gerzat toll plaza, pass Exit 16, “Le Brézet.”
- At the entrance to the metropolitan area, the A71 becomes the A75: continue straight ahead toward Montpellier / Issoire.
- Take Exit No. 1, “La Pardieu – Billom, ” the first exit on the A75.
- Follow Rue de l’Éminée to No. 15.
From Paris, the distance is about 420 km, and the drive takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes, assuming there is no heavy traffic. During rush hour, allow extra time as you approach the metropolitan area.
By car from the south and east: the A75
From Montpellier, Millau, Saint-Flour, or Issoire, the A75 takes you directly to GRAND MESS. It is toll-free along its entire length, with the exception of the Millau Viaduct.
As you approach Clermont-Ferrand, you’ll first see Exit No. 2, “Pérignat-lès-Sarliève”: don’t take it.
A few moments later, take Exit 1, “La Pardieu – Billom,” off the highway, then follow Rue de l’Éminée. Exit 2 comes before Exit 1 on this highway, which makes it easy to find your way.
From Lyon and Saint-Étienne, take the A89 and then the A711. This will take you to the Clermont-Ferrand highway interchange, where you’ll take the A75 southbound, Exit 1. The trip is about 170 km and 2 hours from Lyon, and about 300 km and 3 hours from Montpellier.
The government conducts annual maintenance work on the A75 and A711: check traffic conditions before you leave, especially during the vacation season.
No matter where you start, the exit is the same: No. 1.
Parking in GRAND MESS
GRAND MESS has a secure underground parking garage with 76 spaces, at €10 per night. The maximum height is 1.90 m: if you have a roof rack or a tall vehicle, please check before arriving. You can request a parking space when you book your room, or upon arrival.
Charging stations for electric vehicles are available in the outdoor parking lot.
By train: SNCF station, distance, taxi, or bus
There are two train stations serving Clermont-Ferrand: the one in the city center and the one at La Pardieu.
Clermont-Ferrand SNCF Train Station
The hotel is about a 15-minute drive away. The easiest way is to take a taxi as you leave the train station.
You can also take the bus: Line C, from the Carnot stop, heading toward Cournon Allier. Get off at the Ernest Cristal stop, which is the closest to the hotel. Lines 22 and 23 also stop there.
Another option: take the TER to La Pardieu Station, then finish the trip on foot or by bus.
Clermont-La Pardieu Station
The hotelis about a 13-minute walk away. You can also take the bus from the La Pardieu Gare transit hub: lines 22 and 23, heading toward Cournon, will drop you off at the Ernest Cristal stop, near the hotel. Line C also passes through La Pardieu and stops there.
To head back, the front desk at GRAND MESS can call a taxi for you.
Find routes and schedules on the T2C website or in the T2C app.
These times are approximate, barring any special traffic conditions.
By plane: Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport
The airport is located about 6 to 7 km east of downtown, in Aulnat. From there, it’s a 10- to 12-minute drive to GRAND MESS.
To get to the hotel from the airport:
- Taxis: available in front of the terminal.
- Bus: Line 20 of the T2C network connects the airport to downtown in 30 to 40 minutes. Then take Line C toward Cournon Allier to the Ernest Cristal stop, which is the closest to the hotel.
- Rental cars: There are several rental companies at the airport.
Getting around locally: bus, tram, bike, on foot
Bus
The closest stop to the hotel is Ernest Cristal, served by lines C, 22, and 23 of the T2C network. Schedules are available on t2c.fr and in the T2C app.
Tram
Line A runs through Clermont-Ferrand from north to south and serves, among other stops, Place de Jaude and the Marcel-Michelin Stadium. Its southern terminus, La Pardieu Gare, is just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel.
Bicycle
The metropolitan area offers C.vélo, its bike-sharing service, which is a convenient way to get to downtown.
On foot
You can easily walk to La Pardieu train station and the tram terminal. To get to downtown and other locations in the metropolitan area, take the tram, bus, or car.
Nearby by car
- Zénith d’Auvergne: about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Grande Halle d’Auvergne and Parc des Expositions: about 4 to 5 minutes.
- From L’Aventure Michelin to Marcel-Michelin Stadium: about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Historic Center, Place de Jaude, the cathedral, and Place de la Victoire: about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Polydome – Convention Center: about 15 to 20 minutes.
Do you have any questions before you leave?
The GRAND MESS front desk is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 04 86 86 13 00 or by email at clermont@grandmess.com. They can also arrange a taxi for your departure.
The hotel is accessible to guests with limited mobility and is equipped with an elevator.
Find all the access information on our Access page.
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