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Nantes to Lyon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

The Nantes to Lyon train route is served mainly by SNCF TGV INOUI services linking Nantes station with Lyon Part-Dieu. Direct trains usually run via Angers Saint-Laud, Le Mans, Massy TGV, and sometimes Saint-Pierre-des-Corps or Marne-la-Vallee Chessy depending on the schedule. The rail distance is about 661 km, with the fastest direct TGV taking around 4 hours 20 minutes and slower direct or connecting options taking about 5 hours 45 minutes. There are roughly 5 direct departures per day, with additional journeys possible by changing trains in Paris or at Massy TGV. One-way TGV INOUI fares from Nantes to Lyon start from about €40 ($43 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €150 ($162 USD) for flexible 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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Nantes

Lyon

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

04:46

NantesStation

4h 44m

09:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

SNCF 5300

from

18695 USD

4h 44m, Direct

04:46

NantesStation

09:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

18695 USD

Direct

SNCF 5300

06:26

NantesStation

6h 50m

13:16

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

Direct

IC 4402

from

15233 USD

6h 50m, Direct

06:26

NantesStation

13:16

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

from

15233 USD

Direct

IC 4402

Day trains

12:44

NantesStation

5h 5m

17:49

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

Direct

OUI 5306

from

10559 USD

5h 5m, Direct

12:44

NantesStation

17:49

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

from

10559 USD

Direct

OUI 5306

12:44

NantesStation

4h 46m

17:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

OUI 5306

from

22504 USD

4h 46m, Direct

12:44

NantesStation

17:30

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

22504 USD

Direct

OUI 5306

First train

04:46

Last train

17:04

Travel duration

5h 38m

Daily departures

Departure station

Nantes

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lyon

Ticket price

$29

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Nantes to Lyon Route Overview

The Nantes to Lyon TGV is useful because it crosses France without requiring a station transfer across Paris. Many direct services use high-speed lines around the Paris region before turning southeast toward Lyon, reducing the need to navigate the capital with luggage. Seat reservations are included on TGV INOUI, so every ticket is tied to a specific train and seat rather than open boarding. A distinctive feature of this route is the long west-east arc from the Loire-Atlantique region to the Rhone valley, linking the Atlantic side of France with one of the country's main rail junctions.

Travel time

5h 38m

Train type

Fastest trip

4h 26m

Longest trip

6h 50m

Nantes

Nantes is the main rail hub of western France's Loire-Atlantique department, with links to the Atlantic coast and the Loire Valley. Nantes station, often signed as Gare de Nantes, has north and south halls and is located east of the city center near the Jardin des Plantes.

Nantes

Station

5h 38m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major junction for TGV, regional, and international rail services. Most Nantes to Lyon trains arrive at Lyon Part-Dieu, the city's principal long-distance station on the east side of the Rhone, with metro, tram, and airport tram connections.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI passengers on the Nantes to Lyon route must be able to carry and store their own luggage. Label bags before boarding, as required on French long-distance trains.

Luggage Allowance

TGV INOUI generally allows 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 130 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Bags must be labeled and placed in the train's luggage areas without blocking aisles or doors.

Storage Facilities

Nantes to Lyon TGV trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage shelves near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs for medium cases. Large suitcases should be placed in the end-of-car racks soon after boarding.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, pushchairs, and musical instruments may travel if they fit within accepted luggage rules and do not obstruct movement. Non-folded bicycles require a dedicated bike space only on trains where that option is offered.

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Nantes to Lyon Map

The Nantes to Lyon rail route starts at Gare de Nantes and heads east through the Loire corridor toward Angers and Le Mans. Direct TGV INOUI services typically continue around the Paris region through Massy TGV, then use high-speed infrastructure toward the Rhone valley and Lyon Part-Dieu. The route links western France's Loire-Atlantique region with Lyon's national rail junction without a cross-Paris transfer.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Changes

Direct

Travel time

6h 42m

Price from

$69

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 43m

Price from

$29

Departures

107

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 35m

Price from

$43

Departures

Rating

The Nantes to Lyon train links Gare de Nantes with Lyon Part-Dieu, avoiding airport transfers at both ends. Direct TGV services take about 4 hours 20 minutes on the fastest departures, while intercity buses usually take most of the day or overnight. Flights between Nantes Atlantique and Lyon-Saint Exupery are short in the air, but airport access, security, boarding, and onward transfer to central Lyon add substantial time. Rail also produces lower carbon emissions than flying on this domestic cross-country 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.

5h 38m

$29-$184

Bus

Apprx.

10h 30m

$25-$75

Flight

Apprx.

1h 15m

$70-$230

FAQ about the Nantes - Lyon Route

How much is the train from Nantes to Lyon?

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

How do I book Nantes to Lyon train tickets online?

Book Nantes to Lyon train tickets on Rail Monsters by selecting your travel date, choosing a direct TGV INOUI or a connecting option, and paying online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers iOS and Android apps for managing e-tickets.

Does a rail pass cover Nantes to Lyon TGV trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF TGV INOUI services in France, including Nantes to Lyon, but passholders must hold a paid seat reservation before boarding. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the TGV from Nantes to Lyon?

TGV INOUI trains on the Nantes to Lyon route can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections. The full average speed is lower because the train also uses classic lines near Nantes, intermediate station areas, and the approach to Lyon Part-Dieu.

How long is the Nantes to Lyon train?

The fastest direct Nantes to Lyon TGV takes around 4 hours 20 minutes for the 661 km rail trip. Slower direct services or itineraries with a connection usually take up to about 5 hours 45 minutes, depending on the route and waiting time.

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