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The Lyon to Grenoble train is mainly a TER Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes regional service running from Lyon Part-Dieu to Grenoble. The route covers about 128 km by rail and usually calls at stations such as Lyon Jean Mace, Bourgoin-Jallieu, La Tour-du-Pin, Saint-Andre-le-Gaz, Voiron, and Moirans, depending on the departure. The fastest direct trains take about 1 hour 23 minutes, while slower stopping services take around 1 hour 35 minutes. There are usually about 30 direct departures per day in one direction, with more trains on weekdays than late evenings or Sundays. One-way TER fares start from about €24 ($26 USD) for a standard second-class ticket. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel toward the Alps.

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Lyon

Grenoble

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

09:05

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

1h 8m

10:13

GrenobleStation

Direct

SNCF 6905

from

3372 USD

1h 8m, Direct

09:05

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

10:13

GrenobleStation

from

3372 USD

Direct

SNCF 6905

Day trains

12:10

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

1h 3m

13:13

GrenobleStation

Direct

OUI 6911

from

3372 USD

1h 3m, Direct

12:10

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

13:13

GrenobleStation

from

3372 USD

Direct

OUI 6911

14:10

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

1h 3m

15:13

GrenobleStation

Direct

SNCF 6917

from

3372 USD

1h 3m, Direct

14:10

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

15:13

GrenobleStation

from

3372 USD

Direct

SNCF 6917

Evening trains

19:10

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

1h 3m

20:13

GrenobleStation

Direct

SNCF 6923

from

3372 USD

1h 3m, Direct

19:10

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

20:13

GrenobleStation

from

3372 USD

Direct

SNCF 6923

20:10

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

1h 3m

21:13

GrenobleStation

Direct

SNCF 6925

from

3372 USD

1h 3m, Direct

20:10

LyonLyon St-Exupéry TGV

Secondary station

21:13

GrenobleStation

from

3372 USD

Direct

SNCF 6925

First train

08:36

Last train

22:09

Travel duration

1h 6m

Daily departures

Departure station

Lyon

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Grenoble

Ticket price

$22

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Lyon to Grenoble Route Overview

The Lyon to Grenoble railway leaves the Rhone valley and turns southeast toward the foothills of the French Alps. The last part of the route, after Voiron and Moirans, gives clear-weather views of the Chartreuse, Vercors, and Belledonne ranges as the train approaches Grenoble. Most services are regional trains with open seating in second class rather than mandatory reservations, so boarding earlier at Lyon Part-Dieu can help if traveling with luggage at busy commuting times. This is a practical rail link for Grenoble universities, ski-area transfers by bus, and business travel between the two largest urban areas in the former Rhone-Alpes region.

Travel time

1h 6m

Train type

Fastest trip

1h 0m

Longest trip

1h 54m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major junction between Paris, the Alps, Provence, and Switzerland. Most trains to Grenoble leave from Lyon Part-Dieu, the main rail station on the east side of the city center, with metro, tram, and airport tram connections.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

1h 6m

Grenoble

Grenoble sits at the meeting point of the Isere and Drac rivers, surrounded by the Chartreuse, Vercors, and Belledonne mountains. Grenoble station is northwest of the old town, with tram lines and local buses to the city center, university districts, and regional coach departures for Alpine resorts.

Grenoble

Station

Practical Information for TER Travelers

TER trains between Lyon and Grenoble are regional services with open onboard storage. Keep bags close during busy commuter departures from Lyon Part-Dieu.

Luggage Allowance

French regional rail travel generally allows passengers to carry personal luggage that they can handle without assistance. As a practical limit, plan for up to 2 main bags plus 1 small hand item, and make sure each item can be placed in racks or designated spaces without blocking aisles or doors.

Storage Facilities

TER trainsets on the Lyon to Grenoble route have overhead racks for small and medium bags, floor-level spaces near some doors, and limited larger-bag areas at the ends of saloons. Space is tighter on peak commuter trains and Friday departures toward Grenoble.

Special Items

Bicycles are accepted on many TER Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes services in marked bike spaces, subject to available room and local restrictions at busy times. Folded bikes, skis, snowboards, and musical instruments should be packed or held so they do not obstruct doors, aisles, or wheelchair spaces.

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Lyon to Grenoble Map

The Lyon to Grenoble rail route runs southeast from Lyon Part-Dieu through the eastern Lyon suburbs and the Nord-Isere area, then via Bourgoin-Jallieu, La Tour-du-Pin, Saint-Andre-le-Gaz, Voiron, and Moirans before entering Grenoble. The line crosses mixed commuter towns, farmland, and Alpine foothills. On clear days, mountain views become stronger after Voiron as the train approaches the Grenoble basin.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 3m

Price from

$22

Departures

132

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 4m

Price from

$22

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 40m

Price from

$23

Departures

Rating

The Lyon to Grenoble train links Lyon Part-Dieu and Grenoble station directly, avoiding airport transfers for a route of about 128 km by rail. Coaches between Lyon and Grenoble can be cheaper, but road times vary with traffic on the A43 and A48, especially on Friday evenings and winter weekends toward the Alps. Flying is not a practical city-pair option because the cities are close and there are no useful direct flights for this short distance. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than car or air travel on this corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 6m

$22-$27

Bus

Apprx.

1h 45m

$8-$25

Flight

Apprx.

3h 30m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Lyon - Grenoble Route

How do I book Lyon to Grenoble train tickets?

Book Lyon to Grenoble train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, choosing a direct TER departure, and paying online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing tickets and travel details.

Does Eurail or Interrail cover Lyon to Grenoble?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on TER trains between Lyon and Grenoble, and reservations are not normally required for this regional service. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How long is the train from Lyon to Grenoble?

The fastest direct Lyon to Grenoble trains take about 1 hour 23 minutes. Slower TER services with more intermediate stops usually take around 1 hour 35 minutes. The rail distance is about 128 km from Lyon Part-Dieu to Grenoble.

How fast is the Lyon to Grenoble train?

Lyon to Grenoble TER services use conventional regional lines rather than a high-speed route. Trains may run at up to around 160 km/h (99 mph) on suitable sections, but average speed is lower because of stops at towns such as Bourgoin-Jallieu, La Tour-du-Pin, Voiron, and Moirans.

How much is the train from Lyon to Grenoble?

One-way TER fares from Lyon to Grenoble start from about €24 ($26 USD) for a standard second-class ticket. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above.

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