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Dijon to Lyon Train Tickets & Timetable

Dijon to Lyon trains depart from Dijon Ville and usually arrive at Lyon Part-Dieu, with some services also using Lyon Perrache. Direct services are operated by SNCF as TGV INOUI and regional TER trains, with key intermediate calls often including Beaune, Chalon-sur-Saone, Tournus, Macon Ville, and Villefranche-sur-Saone on TER departures. The rail distance is about 175 km. The fastest TGV INOUI services take about 1 hour 34 minutes, while stopping TER trains usually take about 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes. Around 20 to 30 direct departures run on a typical weekday in one direction, with more choice in the morning and late afternoon. One-way fares from Dijon to Lyon start from about €16 ($17 USD) for advance regional or low-fare tickets and can rise to around €60 ($65 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.
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Dijon
Lyon

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Morning trains

09:21
DijonStation
1h 38m
10:59
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
Direct
OUI 12181
from
7282 USD
1
1h 38m, Direct
09:21
DijonStation
10:59
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
from
7282 USD
1
Direct
09:21
DijonStation
1h 38m
10:59
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
Direct
OUI 5521
from
7282 USD
1
1h 38m, Direct
09:21
DijonStation
10:59
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
from
7282 USD
1
Direct

Day trains

15:21
DijonStation
1h 42m
17:03
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
Direct
SNCF 9879
from
7282 USD
1
1h 42m, Direct
15:21
DijonStation
17:03
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
from
7282 USD
1
Direct
16:17
DijonStation
1h 42m
17:59
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
Direct
TGV Inoui 12177
from
7282 USD
1
1h 42m, Direct
16:17
DijonStation
17:59
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
from
7282 USD
1
Direct

Evening trains

18:47
DijonStation
1h 57m
20:44
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
Direct
SNCF 17777
from
5479 USD
1
1h 57m, Direct
18:47
DijonStation
20:44
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
from
5479 USD
1
Direct
20:47
DijonStation
2h 14m
23:01
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
Direct
SNCF 17779
from
5479 USD
1
2h 14m, Direct
20:47
DijonStation
23:01
LyonLyon Part-Dieu
from
5479 USD
1
Direct
day

First train

09:21
night

Last train

21:29
distance

Travel duration

1h 45m
daily-departure

Daily departures

14
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Departure station

Dijon
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direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Lyon
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Ticket price

$36
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Dijon to Lyon Route Overview

The Dijon to Lyon route follows the historic Paris-Lyon-Mediterranee axis south through Burgundy and the Saone valley, a corridor known for wine towns rather than long high-speed sections. The most distinctive part of the trip is the run past Beaune and the Cote de Beaune vineyards before the line continues through Chalon-sur-Saone and Macon toward the Lyon metropolitan area. TGV INOUI services require a reserved seat, while TER trains on this route generally use open seating without a compulsory seat reservation. If arriving in Lyon for the old town or Presqu'ile, check whether your ticket ends at Part-Dieu or Perrache, as the two stations are on different sides of the central peninsula.
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1h 45m

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Fastest trip

1h 27m

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Longest trip

2h 22m

Dijon

Dijon is the historic capital of Burgundy, known for the Palace of the Dukes, covered market halls, and access to the Cote d'Or wine region. Dijon Ville station sits west of the old center, about 10 to 15 minutes on foot from the main pedestrian streets and connected by tram line T1.

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Dijon

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1h 45m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail hub between Paris, the Alps, Provence, and Switzerland. Lyon Part-Dieu is the main long-distance station east of the Rhone, while Lyon Perrache is closer to Presqu'ile and Vieux Lyon by metro, tram, or a short taxi ride.

Lyon Part Dieu

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Lyon Part-Dieu

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Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

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Lyon Perrache

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Practical Information for TGV INOUI and TER Travelers

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French trains on the Dijon to Lyon route allow passengers to carry their own luggage, but items must be manageable and stored without blocking aisles or doors.
Luggage Allowance
On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces with a maximum size of 130 x 90 cm each, plus 1 hand baggage item, and each item must carry a name label. TER rules are less formal, but luggage must fit in onboard storage and be carried by the passenger without staff assistance.
Storage Facilities
TGV INOUI trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near coach entrances, and space between some seat backs. TER trains on the Dijon to Lyon corridor usually have overhead shelves and limited floor-level space near vestibules.
Special Items
Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, and musical instruments can travel if they fit the train's luggage areas. Fully assembled bicycles are accepted only on selected TER services where bike space is available; TGV INOUI bike carriage depends on the specific train and reservation option shown at booking.

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Dijon to Lyon Map

The Dijon to Lyon rail route runs south from Dijon Ville through Burgundy and the Saone valley toward Lyon. TER services commonly call at Beaune, Chalon-sur-Saone, Tournus, Macon Ville, Belleville-sur-Saone, and Villefranche-sur-Saone before Lyon Part-Dieu or Perrache. Views include vineyard slopes near Beaune, the Saone plain, and dense suburban rail approaches north of Lyon.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Dijon to Lyon train links Dijon Ville with Lyon Part-Dieu in as little as 1 hour 34 minutes, keeping the trip within city rail stations. Coaches between Dijon and Lyon usually take about 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes depending on stops and road traffic. Flying is not a practical city-pair option because there are no useful direct flights and airport transfers would exceed the rail time. Rail also produces lower emissions than car or air travel on this 175 km corridor.

Train

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Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 39m

Price from

$40

Departures

107

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Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 46m

Price from

$36

Departures

83

Rating

Train

IC

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 47m

Price from

$45

Departures

79

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 42m

Price from

$48

Departures

32

Rating

Train

Train TER

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 55m

Price from

$37

Departures

29

Rating

Train

TER

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 0m

Price from

$37

Departures

15

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 45m

$36-$80

Bus

Apprx.

3h 0m

$10-$35

Flight

Apprx.

4h 30m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Dijon - Lyon Route

How do I book Dijon to Lyon train tickets?

Book Dijon to Lyon tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, choosing a TGV INOUI or TER departure, and paying online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage e-tickets and booking details.

How much is the train from Dijon to Lyon?

One-way Dijon to Lyon fares start from about €16 ($17 USD) for advance regional or low-fare tickets and can rise to around €60 ($65 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 Dijon to Lyon?

The fastest Dijon to Lyon TGV INOUI services take about 1 hour 34 minutes. TER stopping trains usually take about 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes, depending on the number of stops between Dijon Ville and Lyon Part-Dieu or Lyon Perrache.

How fast is the Dijon to Lyon train?

TGV INOUI trainsets are capable of up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on French high-speed lines, but the Dijon to Lyon trip runs mainly on the classic Burgundy and Saone valley route. TER services operate at lower regional speeds and stop more often.

Does a Eurail pass cover Dijon to Lyon?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains between Dijon and Lyon. TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation in addition to the pass, while TER trains generally do not require a reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.
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