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Toulouse to Lyon Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

The Toulouse to Lyon train is mainly served by direct TGV INOUI services operated by SNCF Voyageurs. Trains depart from Toulouse Matabiau and run east via Montauban, Agen or Nimes and Valence TGV on many schedules before arriving at Lyon Part-Dieu. The rail distance is about 540 km, with the fastest direct trains taking about 4 hours 00 minutes and slower direct services taking around 4 hours 20 minutes. Around 4 to 6 direct departures normally run each day, with extra options available by changing at Montpellier Saint-Roch, Nimes, or Valence TGV. TGV INOUI offers Second Class and First Class seating, with seat reservation included on long-distance high-speed services. One-way TGV INOUI fares between Toulouse and Lyon start from about €29 ($31 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €120 ($129 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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Toulouse

Lyon

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:39

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

4h 9m

11:48

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

TGV Inoui 6871

from

80 USD

4h 9m, Direct

07:39

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

11:48

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

80 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6871

Day trains

15:44

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

4h 6m

19:50

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

TGV Inoui 6873

from

80 USD

4h 6m, Direct

15:44

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

19:50

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

80 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6873

17:41

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

4h 13m

21:54

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

TGV Inoui 6875

from

80 USD

4h 13m, Direct

17:41

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

21:54

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

80 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 6875

First train

07:37

Last train

17:43

Travel duration

4h 5m

Daily departures

Departure station

Toulouse

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lyon

Ticket price

$51

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Toulouse to Lyon Route Overview

This cross-country route links southwest France with the Rhone valley without routing through Paris, which is useful for travelers heading from Occitanie to eastern France. The train leaves the Garonne plain, crosses the Languedoc corridor near the Mediterranean side of France, then turns north toward Valence and Lyon. A distinctive feature is the change from brick-built Toulouse and the Canal du Midi region to the limestone and Rhone landscapes near Nimes, Valence, and Lyon. TGV INOUI seats are reserved, so the train, coach, and seat number printed on the ticket matter on this route.

Travel time

4h 5m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 55m

Longest trip

4h 13m

Toulouse

Toulouse is the main rail hub of southwest France and the capital of the Occitanie region. Toulouse Matabiau station sits just east of the city center, near the Canal du Midi, with metro, bus, and airport shuttle connections.

Toulouse Matabiau

Toulouse-Matabiau, Boulevard Pierre Semard, Marengo, Faubourg Bonnefoy, Lapujade / Bonnefoy / Périole / Marengo / La Colonne, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 31500, France

4h 5m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail junction between Paris, the Alps, Provence, and Switzerland. Lyon Part-Dieu is the main long-distance station on the east side of the Rhone, with tram, metro, regional rail, and airport tram links.

Lyon St-Paul

Lyon-Saint-Paul, Montée des Carmes Déchaussés, Saint-Paul, Quartiers anciens, 5th Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69005, France

Lyon Part Dieu

Station

Lyon Vaise

Lyon Vaise, Rue du 24 Mars 1852, L’Industrie, Vaise, 9th Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69009, France

Lyon Gorge de Loup

Lyon-Gorge-de-Loup, Rue Sergent Michel Berthet, Pierre-Scize, Gorge de Loup, 9th Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69009, France

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu, Place Charles Béraudier, Part-Dieu, 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69003, France

Lyon St-Exupery Airport TGV (LYS)

Lyon-Saint-Exupéry TGV, Parvis de la Gare, Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69124, France

Lyon Perrache

Lyon-Perrache, Passage France Pejot, Perrache, 2nd Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, 69002, France

Available Ticket Classes

TGV INOUI trains between Toulouse and Lyon offer Second Class and First Class. Second Class has reserved seats, power sockets on many trainsets, luggage racks, and access to the onboard cafe-bar when available. First Class has wider seating, more legroom, quieter coach layouts, and the same mandatory reservation system. SNCF fare families may include non-flexible advance fares, semi-flexible fares, and fully flexible options depending on availability; the seat class is separate from the fare condition.

from

$79

2nd Class

from

$99

1st Class

Practical Information for TGV INOUI Travelers

TGV INOUI luggage rules apply on the Toulouse to Lyon route. Label all bags and keep items within the space you can carry and store yourself.

Luggage Allowance

Passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 130 x 90 cm each, plus 1 item of hand luggage. Bags must be labelled with the passenger's name and remain manageable 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 for medium cases. Keep valuables at your seat when the train stops at stations such as Montpellier, Nimes, Valence TGV, or Lyon Part-Dieu.

Special Items

Folded bicycles and scooters may travel as luggage if packed within accepted dimensions. Full-size bicycles usually require a specific bike space where available or must be dismantled and carried in a cover. Large musical instruments and sports gear must fit storage limits.

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Toulouse to Lyon Map

The Toulouse to Lyon route runs from Toulouse Matabiau across southern France toward the lower Rhone valley, using classic lines and high-speed sections depending on the train path. Direct TGV INOUI services commonly pass through or near Montauban, Montpellier, Nimes, Valence TGV, and Lyon Part-Dieu. The route follows the Garonne and Languedoc corridors before turning north through the Rhone valley, with views of vineyards, low hills, river plains, and urban rail approaches into Lyon.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 5m

Price from

$33

Departures

110

Rating

The Toulouse to Lyon train links Toulouse Matabiau and Lyon Part-Dieu, so it avoids transfers to airports outside both city centers. Direct trains take about 4 hours, while coaches usually take 7 to 9 hours depending on stops and traffic around Montpellier, Nimes, and Lyon. Flights between Toulouse and Lyon are short in the air, but airport access, security, and boarding add time to the door-to-door trip. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on this domestic France 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 5m

$51-$79

Bus

Apprx.

8h 0m

$18-$55

Flight

Apprx.

1h 5m

$70-$230

Cities at Both Ends

Toulouse is known for red-brick architecture, Airbus links, the Capitole, and the Canal du Midi, with departures from Toulouse Matabiau near the city center. Lyon was a Roman and silk-trading city, with arrivals at Lyon Part-Dieu for metro and tram access to Vieux Lyon, Fourviere, the Presqu'ile, and the Part-Dieu business district.

Lyon

France's major southeast rail hub where high-speed routes meet regional lines for the Rhone Valley, Alps, and Burgundy.

Toulouse

Southwestern France's main rail hub, linking Occitanie with Paris, Bordeaux, the Mediterranean coast, and Pyrenean regional lines.

FAQ about the Toulouse - Lyon Route

How much is the train from Toulouse to Lyon?

One-way TGV INOUI tickets from Toulouse to Lyon start from about €29 ($31 USD) for advance Second Class fares and can reach around €120 ($129 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does Eurail or Interrail cover Toulouse to Lyon?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on TGV INOUI trains in France, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Reservation availability can be limited on busy Toulouse to Lyon departures. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How to book Toulouse to Lyon train tickets?

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How fast is the TGV from Toulouse to Lyon?

TGV INOUI trains on the Toulouse to Lyon route can reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections of the French network. Average speed is lower because the route also uses classic lines and includes station calls in southern France and the Rhone valley.

How long is the train from Toulouse to Lyon?

The fastest direct Toulouse to Lyon trains take about 4 hours 00 minutes from Toulouse Matabiau to Lyon Part-Dieu. Slower direct services usually take around 4 hours 20 minutes, while itineraries with one change can take longer depending on the connection point.

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