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Aix-en-Provence to Lyon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Aix-en-Provence to Lyon trains depart mainly from Aix-en-Provence TGV station and arrive at Lyon Part-Dieu, with some services also using Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV. The route uses the LGV Mediterranee and the Rhone Valley high-speed corridor, with direct TGV INOUI services and selected OUIGO high-speed trains. Key stops can include Avignon TGV and Valence TGV, although the fastest trains run with very few intermediate calls. Direct trains cover about 300 km, with the fastest schedules taking about 1 hour 20 minutes and slower direct services taking around 1 hour 45 minutes. One-way fares from Aix-en-Provence to Lyon start from about €19 ($21 USD) for low-cost advance tickets and can rise to around €95 ($103 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are usually around 10 to 15 direct departures per day in one direction, with extra connecting options via Marseille Saint-Charles or Avignon TGV. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

7Jul

Seats

Aix-en-Provence

Lyon

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:27

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

1h 19m

07:46

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7838

from

68 USD

1h 19m, Direct

06:27

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

07:46

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

from

68 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7838

06:47

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

1h 33m

08:20

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

TGV Inoui 12554

from

184 USD

1h 33m, Direct

06:47

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

08:20

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

184 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 12554

Day trains

12:00

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

1h 19m

13:19

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

Direct

OUIGO 7820

from

157 USD

1h 19m, Direct

12:00

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

13:19

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

from

157 USD

Direct

OUIGO 7820

12:24

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

1h 29m

13:53

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

SNCF 9866

from

114 USD

1h 29m, Direct

12:24

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

13:53

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

114 USD

Direct

SNCF 9866

Evening trains

18:26

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

1h 36m

20:02

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

OUI 6866

from

111 USD

1h 36m, Direct

18:26

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

20:02

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

111 USD

Direct

OUI 6866

18:26

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

1h 36m

20:02

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

OUI 6866

from

143 USD

1h 36m, Direct

18:26

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

20:02

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

143 USD

Direct

OUI 6866

First train

05:52

Last train

20:34

Travel duration

1h 28m

Daily departures

Departure station

Aix-en-Provence

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lyon

Ticket price

$30

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Aix-en-Provence to Lyon Route Overview

This route links Provence with France's second-largest urban rail hub without requiring a transfer through central Marseille. A distinctive part of the trip is the fast northbound run from the lower Durance area toward Avignon TGV before the line follows the Rhone axis toward Valence and Lyon. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-based, while OUIGO also requires a specific train reservation and has stricter ticket and luggage conditions. For most travelers, Aix-en-Provence TGV is the main station to use, as central Aix-en-Provence station is on a local line and does not handle high-speed trains to Lyon.

Travel time

1h 28m

Train type

Fastest trip

1h 7m

Longest trip

2h 58m

Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is a historic university city known for Cours Mirabeau, fountains, and connections to Paul Cezanne. High-speed trains use Aix-en-Provence TGV station, located outside the city near the D9 road, with shuttle buses and taxis linking it to central Aix.

Aix-en-Provence TGV

Station

Aix En Provence Tgv

Station

1h 28m

Lyon

Lyon is a major Rhone-Alpes rail hub with Roman sites, Renaissance streets in Vieux Lyon, and the Presqu'ile district between the Rhone and Saone. Most trains from Aix-en-Provence arrive at Lyon Part-Dieu, the main business and interchange station, with metro, tram, bus, and regional rail links.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

Luggage rules on Aix-en-Provence to Lyon trains depend on whether you book TGV INOUI or OUIGO. Check the fare conditions before adding large bags or sports equipment.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may generally bring 2 large pieces of luggage plus 1 hand item, provided each item can be carried and stored by the passenger. OUIGO includes 1 cabin bag and 1 hand bag as standard, with larger or extra bags requiring a paid option.

Storage Facilities

TGV Duplex and single-deck TGV trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near the doors, and floor-level spaces at some carriage ends. Keep valuables with you, as large suitcases are often stored away from your seat.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, skis, and musical instruments may be accepted if packed and stored within the operator's size rules. Fully assembled bicycles require a dedicated bike space where offered, and availability is limited on high-speed services.

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Aix-en-Provence to Lyon Map

The Aix-en-Provence to Lyon route starts at Aix-en-Provence TGV on the LGV Mediterranee, north of Marseille. Trains run toward Avignon TGV, continue near the Rhone corridor via Valence TGV, and approach Lyon through the high-speed line south of the city. Most services terminate or call at Lyon Part-Dieu; some low-cost services may use Lyon Saint-Exupery TGV. Views include dry limestone hills near Aix, the lower Durance area, Rhone Valley farmland, and the denser rail approaches to Lyon.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Aix-en-Provence to Lyon train gives a station-to-station trip from Aix-en-Provence TGV to Lyon Part-Dieu in as little as 1 hour 20 minutes. Intercity buses between Aix and Lyon usually take 4 to 5 hours and often use motorway stops or outlying coach stations, so they trade time for lower prices. Flights are not a practical city-pair option because there is no meaningful airport-to-airport time saving once transfers to Marseille Provence Airport and from Lyon Saint-Exupery are included. Rail also produces lower emissions than flying or driving on this corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 35m

Price from

$38

Departures

186

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 32m

Price from

$30

Departures

173

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 15m

Price from

$31

Departures

148

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 34m

Price from

$35

Departures

101

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 17m

Price from

$31

Departures

Rating

Train

LYR

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 34m

Price from

$57

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 28m

$30-$120

Bus

Apprx.

4h 45m

$16-$45

Flight

Apprx.

3h 30m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Aix-en-Provence - Lyon Route

How much is the train from Aix-en-Provence to Lyon?

One-way Aix-en-Provence to Lyon train fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) for the cheapest advance high-speed tickets and can rise to around €95 ($103 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI fares near departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Aix-en-Provence to Lyon?

The fastest direct trains from Aix-en-Provence TGV to Lyon Part-Dieu take about 1 hour 20 minutes. Slower direct services take around 1 hour 45 minutes, depending on stops such as Avignon TGV and Valence TGV. Connecting itineraries via Marseille or Avignon take longer.

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Does a French rail pass or Eurail cover Aix-en-Provence to Lyon?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on eligible SNCF trains in France, but TGV services require a paid seat reservation before boarding. Passholder seats can be limited on busy departures. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the TGV from Aix-en-Provence to Lyon?

TGV services on the Aix-en-Provence to Lyon corridor can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Mediterranee and related high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because trains slow for station approaches, junctions, and the final entry into Lyon.

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