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Metz to Lyon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Metz to Lyon trains depart from Metz Ville and arrive mainly at Lyon Part-Dieu. Direct TGV INOUI services usually run via Nancy and Dijon, while other same-day options connect through Paris, Strasbourg, or Dijon depending on the timetable. The fastest journeys take about 4 hours 45 minutes, while slower one-change itineraries can take around 6 hours 30 minutes. There are usually 8 to 12 departures per day when direct and connecting services are counted together, with direct TGV availability more limited than on Paris routes. One-way fares from Metz to Lyon start from about €40 ($43 USD) in advance and can rise to around €150 ($162 USD) for flexible or late-booked First Class 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.

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Seats

Metz

Lyon

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:46

MetzStation

5h 13m

10:59

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

OUI 5521

from

15721 USD

5h 13m, Direct

05:46

MetzStation

10:59

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

15721 USD

Direct

OUI 5521

08:09

MetzStation

4h 50m

12:59

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

SNCF 9877

from

13993 USD

4h 50m, Direct

08:09

MetzStation

12:59

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

13993 USD

Direct

SNCF 9877

Day trains

12:10

MetzStation

4h 53m

17:03

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

SNCF 9879

from

15721 USD

4h 53m, Direct

12:10

MetzStation

17:03

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

15721 USD

Direct

SNCF 9879

First train

05:46

Last train

12:10

Travel duration

4h 58m

Daily departures

Departure station

Metz

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lyon

Ticket price

$73

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Exchange and cancellation conditions on the Metz to Lyon route depend on the selected SNCF fare type. TGV INOUI fares often allow changes before departure, while lower-priced advance fares may carry stricter rules.

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Metz to Lyon Route Overview

The Metz to Lyon rail route links Lorraine with the Saone and Rhone corridor without requiring an airport transfer. Its distinctive feature is the change in landscape: fortified Moselle towns and Lorraine plateau give way to Burgundy vineyards before the approach to Lyon. Direct TGV INOUI trains are reservation-only, so every ticket includes an assigned seat; TER segments used on some connecting itineraries may not have seat reservations. Lyon Part-Dieu is the usual arrival point for long-distance trains, although some onward regional connections also use Lyon Perrache.

Travel time

4h 58m

Train type

Fastest trip

4h 50m

Longest trip

5h 13m

Metz

Metz is the historic capital of Lorraine, known for Saint-Etienne Cathedral and its German imperial-era station district. Metz Ville station is south of the old town and handles TGV, TER Grand Est, and cross-border services toward Luxembourg and Germany.

Metz

Station

4h 58m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail junction between Paris, the Alps, Provence, and the Mediterranean. Lyon Part-Dieu station sits east of the Rhone and connects to metro line B, trams, local buses, and Rhonexpress for Lyon Saint-Exupery Airport.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

Metz to Lyon TGV INOUI passengers keep luggage with them on board. Label bags before travel, as SNCF requires luggage to carry the passenger's name.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, each passenger may take 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 130 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Bags must be manageable by the passenger and placed in the train's luggage areas.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI coaches have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near coach entrances, and spaces between some seat backs for medium cases. Keep valuables with you, especially during station stops at Nancy, Dijon, or Lyon Part-Dieu.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, strollers, and musical instruments can travel if they fit within accepted luggage rules and do not block aisles. Fully assembled bicycles require a dedicated bike space when available and must be booked with the ticket.

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Metz to Lyon Map

The Metz to Lyon route starts at Metz Ville in the Moselle valley and runs south toward Nancy before crossing eastern France toward Dijon and the Burgundy rail corridor. Direct TGV INOUI trains continue toward Macon and Lyon Part-Dieu. Depending on the timetable, connecting routes may use Strasbourg, Paris Est to Paris Gare de Lyon transfer, or Dijon. Views include the Lorraine plateau, Burgundy vineyard areas, the Saone valley, and the dense rail approach into Lyon.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 51m

Price from

$73

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 10m

Price from

$70

Departures

Rating

The Metz to Lyon train links Metz Ville with Lyon Part-Dieu, avoiding transfers to regional airports. Buses between Metz and Lyon usually take 6 to 8 hours and may arrive at Lyon Perrache or a coach terminal rather than Part-Dieu. Flying is rarely time-saving for this city pair because it normally requires a connection through Paris, Amsterdam, or another hub plus airport transfers at both ends. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than air travel on this domestic French route.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

4h 58m

$73-$138

Bus

Apprx.

7h 0m

$22-$65

Flight

Apprx.

3h 30m

$120-$320

FAQ about the Metz - Lyon Route

How long is the train from Metz to Lyon?

The fastest Metz to Lyon rail journeys take about 4 hours 45 minutes. Many one-change itineraries take between 5 hours 15 minutes and 6 hours 30 minutes, depending on the connection point and waiting time.

Does a France or Eurail pass cover Metz to Lyon?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on eligible SNCF trains in France, but TGV INOUI services require a paid seat reservation before boarding. TER sections do not usually require a supplement. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Metz to Lyon?

One-way Metz to Lyon train fares start from about €40 ($43 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €150 ($162 USD) for flexible or late-booked First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How do I book Metz to Lyon train tickets?

Book Metz to Lyon tickets on Rail Monsters by entering Metz Ville and Lyon Part-Dieu, choosing a direct TGV INOUI or a connecting SNCF itinerary, and paying online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers mobile apps for iOS and Android for managing tickets.

How fast is the TGV from Metz to Lyon?

TGV INOUI trainsets used on this corridor can run at up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because the route includes classic-line sections and intermediate stops such as Nancy or Dijon on many services.

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