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Trains to and from Lyon

10Jun
1
Seats
Lyon
Paris

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:35
LyonLyon Perrache
Secondary station
2h 26m
08:01
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
Direct
SNCF 9852
from
9512 USD
1
2h 26m, Direct
05:35
LyonLyon Perrache
Secondary station
08:01
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
from
9512 USD
1
Direct
05:50
LyonLyon Perrache
Secondary station
2h 24m
08:14
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
SNCF 6602
from
5435 USD
1
2h 24m, Direct
05:50
LyonLyon Perrache
Secondary station
08:14
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
5435 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

12:49
LyonLyon Perrache
Secondary station
2h 11m
15:00
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
SNCF 6618
from
12569 USD
1
2h 11m, Direct
12:49
LyonLyon Perrache
Secondary station
15:00
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
12569 USD
1
Direct
13:04
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
1h 56m
15:00
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
SNCF 6694
from
13419 USD
1
1h 56m, Direct
13:04
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
15:00
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
13419 USD
1
Direct

Evening trains

18:04
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
2h 4m
20:08
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
Direct
SNCF 6628
from
17665 USD
1
2h 4m, Direct
18:04
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
20:08
ParisParis Gare de Lyon
from
17665 USD
1
Direct
18:19
LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV
Secondary station
2h 8m
20:27
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
Direct
TGVOUIGO 7832
from
4592 USD
1
2h 8m, Direct
18:19
LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV
Secondary station
20:27
ParisAéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
from
4592 USD
1
Direct
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day

First train

05:16
night

Last train

22:46
distance

Travel duration

2h 2m
daily-departure

Daily departures

44
departure-station

Departure station

Lyon
changes-type

Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Paris
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $30
fastest-s

Fastest trip

1h 47m
longest-s

Longest trip

5h 35m

Trains to and from Lyon

Inbound trains reach Lyon mainly at Lyon Part-Dieu, with some services also arriving at Lyon Perrache or Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV. TGV INOUI and OUIGO services from Paris Gare de Lyon arrive in around 2h. Trains from Marseille reach Lyon in about 1h40m, while services from Avignon arrive in roughly 1h05m. Regional and intercity trains from Grenoble take about 1h25m, and trains from Geneva reach Lyon in around 2h. Services from Dijon arrive in about 1h35m, and trains from Valence usually reach Lyon in around 35m.

Visiting Lyon

Lyon is one of France's major rail hubs, positioned where north-south high-speed routes meet regional lines toward the Alps, Burgundy, and the Rhone Valley. The city has several passenger stations, with Lyon Part-Dieu acting as the primary train station for long-distance services. SNCF Voyageurs operates the main national, regional, and high-speed trains to Lyon. Services from Lyon include TGV INOUI and OUIGO high-speed trains, TER Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes regional trains, and selected international rail links toward Switzerland. Lyon Part-Dieu handles most long-distance trains from Lyon, while Lyon Perrache serves central regional and intercity departures. Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV is the airport-area station on the high-speed network. Rail routes from Lyon run north toward Paris and Burgundy, south toward Marseille and the Mediterranean, east toward Grenoble, Annecy, and Geneva, and west toward the Loire and central France. Key destination cities include Paris, Marseille, Geneva, Grenoble, Avignon, Dijon, and Valence. Book trains from and to Lyon online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Lyon

From Lyon Part-Dieu, high-speed services run north and south on the main French rail axis. TGV INOUI and OUIGO reach Paris Gare de Lyon in around 2h, Marseille in about 1h40m, Avignon in roughly 1h05m, and Valence in around 35m, depending on the service and station pattern. Eastbound trains from Lyon connect the city with Alpine and Swiss routes. TER and intercity services reach Grenoble in about 1h25m, Geneva in around 2h, and Annecy in roughly 2h. Northbound regional and long-distance trains also link Lyon with Dijon in about 1h35m for Burgundy connections.

Lyon

Lyon - A major French city known for its gastronomy and historic Vieux Lyon. Key rail hub with services from Lyon Part-Dieu and Lyon Perrache.

Lyon Part Dieu

StationStation

Lyon Part-Dieu

StationStation

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

StationStation

Lyon Perrache

StationStation
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2h 2m

Paris

Paris - France's capital with major rail gateways including Paris Gare de Lyon. Home to landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and wide cultural offerings.

Paris Est

StationStation

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

StationStation

Paris Austerlitz

StationStation

Paris Montparnasse

StationStation

Paris Gare de Lyon

StationStation

Paris Gare de l’Est

StationStation

Paris St-Lazare

StationStation

Paris Gare du Nord

StationStation

PARIS BERCY

StationStation

Disneyland Paris

StationStation

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

StationStation

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

StationStation
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Book Train Tickets to and from Lyon Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Lyon with Rail Monsters by choosing departure dates, comparing TGV INOUI, OUIGO, and TER Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Lyon train stations including Lyon Part-Dieu, Lyon Perrache, and Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV, depending on the route.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Lyon train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Train prices on TGV INOUI and OUIGO vary by demand, while ticket counters remain available at major Lyon stations. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Lyon services include regular tickets on TER regional trains, reserved seats on TGV INOUI, and low-cost high-speed fares on OUIGO where available. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on advance services to and from Paris, Marseille, Geneva, Grenoble, Avignon, Dijon, and other cities served from Lyon.

Train Travel to and from Lyon FAQ and Tips

What is the main train route from Lyon?

The main domestic route from Lyon is the high-speed TGV INOUI and OUIGO corridor to Paris Gare de Lyon, with typical travel times around 2 hours from Lyon Part-Dieu. SNCF Voyageurs operates the route with reserved seating on high-speed trains. This corridor is one of the core north-south rail links in France and is commonly used for both business and leisure trips.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Lyon?

You can buy train tickets to and from Lyon at Rail Monsters by entering your route, selecting travel dates, comparing available TGV INOUI, OUIGO, and TER services, and completing the online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Lyon routes, useful for high-demand periods such as Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas, and New Year.

Do high-speed trains serve Lyon?

Yes. Lyon is served by high-speed TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains operated by SNCF Voyageurs, mainly through Lyon Part-Dieu and Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV. These trains use reserved seating and link the city with major French high-speed corridors. Regional TER Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes services also serve Lyon for shorter trips toward the Alps, Burgundy, and towns along the Rhone Valley.

What are the main train connections to and from Lyon?

Lyon connects to Paris in around 2h by TGV INOUI or OUIGO, Marseille in about 1h40m, Avignon in roughly 1h05m, and Valence in around 35m. Eastbound regional and intercity services link Lyon with Grenoble in about 1h25m, Geneva in around 2h, and Annecy in roughly 2h. Dijon is usually around 1h35m north of Lyon by train.

Can I buy Lyon train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute TER tickets from Lyon are often available close to departure, but TGV INOUI and OUIGO fares can rise or sell out on popular dates. Rail Monsters accepts Lyon train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, which is useful for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas, and New Year. Booking early gives more options for departure times and fare types.

What are the main train stations in Lyon?

Lyon Part-Dieu is the main station for long-distance TGV INOUI, OUIGO, and TER services. Lyon Perrache handles central regional and intercity services, especially along the Rhone Valley. Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV is the airport-area high-speed station. Lyon Jean Mace functions mainly as a regional stop within the Lyon rail area, with TER services linking it to other stations.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Lyon?

TGV INOUI and OUIGO services from Lyon require a reserved seat, and booking ahead is recommended on routes to Paris, Marseille, and other major cities. TER Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes trains generally use open seating and do not require seat reservations. For busy periods such as August holidays and Christmas, booking Lyon high-speed train tickets early through Rail Monsters helps secure a wider choice of departures.

How do I get from Lyon to the airport by train?

Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV station serves the airport area and is used by selected TGV INOUI and OUIGO high-speed services. It is not the same station as Lyon Part-Dieu or Lyon Perrache, so travelers should check the departure station carefully when booking. For city-center departures, most long-distance rail services use Lyon Part-Dieu, while airport-area high-speed departures use Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV.
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