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

Lyon to Aix-en-Provence trains run mainly by TGV INOUI, with some OUIGO services on selected dates, between Lyon Part-Dieu and Aix-en-Provence TGV. The route follows the high-speed corridor south from Lyon, with common intermediate calls at Valence TGV, Avignon TGV, and sometimes Marseille Saint-Charles depending on the train. The rail distance is about 300 km, and direct services usually take from 1 hour 17 minutes to about 1 hour 40 minutes. Around 12 to 18 direct departures normally run in one direction on busy weekdays, with more options if changing at Avignon TGV or Marseille. One-way TGV fares from Lyon to Aix-en-Provence start from about €16 ($17 USD) for the cheapest advance OUIGO or second-class fares and can rise to around €95 ($102 USD) for flexible first-class or late-booking TGV INOUI fares. 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 to Provence.

26Jun

Seats

Lyon

Aix-en-Provence

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:28

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

1h 39m

08:07

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

SNCF 6801

from

7874 USD

1h 39m, Direct

06:28

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

08:07

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

7874 USD

Direct

SNCF 6801

08:06

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

1h 43m

09:49

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

SNCF 6805

from

13693 USD

1h 43m, Direct

08:06

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

09:49

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

13693 USD

Direct

SNCF 6805

Day trains

12:58

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

1h 12m

14:10

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7897

from

14087 USD

1h 12m, Direct

12:58

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

14:10

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

14087 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7897

13:09

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

1h 41m

14:50

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

SNCF 9877

from

8387 USD

1h 41m, Direct

13:09

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

14:50

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

8387 USD

Direct

SNCF 9877

Evening trains

18:06

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

1h 28m

19:34

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

TGV Inoui 12177

from

13693 USD

1h 28m, Direct

18:06

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

19:34

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

13693 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 12177

18:06

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

1h 28m

19:34

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

Direct

OUI 5537

from

13693 USD

1h 28m, Direct

18:06

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

19:34

Aix-en-ProvenceAix-en-Provence TGV

from

13693 USD

Direct

OUI 5537

First train

06:28

Last train

22:06

Travel duration

1h 29m

Daily departures

Departure station

Lyon

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Aix-en-Provence

Ticket price

$27

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Lyon to Aix-en-Provence Route Overview

The Lyon to Aix-en-Provence TGV route links the Rhone Valley with inland Provence without entering central Marseille on most direct trains. A distinctive feature of this trip is the arrival at Aix-en-Provence TGV, a purpose-built high-speed station about 15 km southwest of Aix city center, with shuttle buses and taxis for the final transfer. TGV INOUI seats are reserved by default, while OUIGO also assigns seats and has stricter ticket and luggage conditions. Window views shift from the industrial south of Lyon to vineyards, limestone hills, and the drier Provencal landscape after Avignon.

Travel time

1h 29m

Train type

Fastest trip

1h 8m

Longest trip

2h 49m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail junction between Paris, the Alps, Switzerland, and the Mediterranean. Most high-speed trains to Aix-en-Provence depart from Lyon Part-Dieu, the main station on the east side of the city center with metro, tram, and Rhonexpress airport links.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

1h 29m

Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is a university city known for Cours Mirabeau, fountains, markets, and sites linked to Paul Cezanne. High-speed trains arrive at Aix-en-Provence TGV station, outside the historic center, with regular coach links to Aix bus station and onward road access to Marseille Provence Airport.

Aix-en-Provence TGV

Station

Aix En Provence Tgv

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

Luggage rules on Lyon to Aix-en-Provence trains depend on whether the service is TGV INOUI or OUIGO. Label bags before boarding and keep tickets available for inspection.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage up to 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage. OUIGO includes a smaller basic allowance, with larger or additional bags often requiring a paid option selected before travel.

Storage Facilities

TGV sets have overhead racks for cabin bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and space between some seat backs for medium cases. Keep aisles and door areas clear, especially at Lyon Part-Dieu and Aix-en-Provence TGV where stops are brief.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, golf bags, and musical instruments are accepted when they fit the operator's luggage limits. Fully assembled bicycles require a dedicated bike space only on trains where that option is offered and booked in advance.

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Lyon to Aix-en-Provence Map

The Lyon to Aix-en-Provence route leaves Lyon Part-Dieu and heads south on the LGV Rhone-Alpes and LGV Mediterranee corridors. Direct TGV services may call at Valence TGV and Avignon TGV before reaching Aix-en-Provence TGV, with some trains continuing toward Marseille or the Cote d'Azur. The line runs near the Rhone Valley, then crosses into Provence, where the landscape becomes drier with limestone ridges and vineyards before the station outside Aix.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The train from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aix-en-Provence TGV gives a city rail hub to Provence high-speed station trip in as little as 1 hour 17 minutes. Intercity buses usually take 4 to 5 hours between Lyon and Aix or nearby Marseille, with lower advance fares but fewer departures. Flying is rarely practical for this city pair because there is no frequent direct air link and airport transfers at Lyon Saint-Exupery and Marseille Provence add time. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying or driving on this Rhone Valley to Provence corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 30m

Price from

$27

Departures

195

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 40m

Price from

$30

Departures

135

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 20m

Price from

$38

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 28m

Price from

$30

Departures

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 10m

Price from

$38

Departures

Rating

Train

LYR

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 29m

Price from

$93

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 29m

$27-$120

Bus

Apprx.

4h 30m

$15-$45

Flight

Apprx.

3h 30m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Lyon - Aix-en-Provence Route

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

The fastest direct TGV from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aix-en-Provence TGV takes about 1 hour 17 minutes. Other direct trains normally take up to about 1 hour 40 minutes, depending on intermediate stops and operating pattern.

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

One-way Lyon to Aix-en-Provence TGV tickets start from about €16 ($17 USD) for the cheapest advance OUIGO or second-class fares and can reach around €95 ($102 USD) for flexible first-class or late-booking TGV INOUI fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

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

TGV trains on the Lyon to Aix-en-Provence corridor can run up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on high-speed LGV sections. Average speed is lower because trains slow for stations, junctions, and the approach to Aix-en-Provence TGV.

How to book Lyon to Aix-en-Provence train tickets?

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Does a Eurail Pass cover Lyon to Aix-en-Provence?

A Eurail Pass or Interrail Pass can cover SNCF TGV travel between Lyon and Aix-en-Provence, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Passholder places can be limited on some departures. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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