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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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Seats

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

OUI 6871

from

26518 USD

4h 9m, Direct

07:39

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

11:48

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

26518 USD

Direct

OUI 6871

Day trains

15:44

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

4h 6m

19:50

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

OUI 6873

from

11291 USD

4h 6m, Direct

15:44

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

19:50

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

11291 USD

Direct

OUI 6873

17:41

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

3h 57m

21:38

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

Direct

OUI 6875

from

9752 USD

3h 57m, Direct

17:41

ToulouseToulouse Matabiau

21:38

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

from

9752 USD

Direct

OUI 6875

First train

07:39

Last train

17:41

Travel duration

4h 6m

Daily departures

Departure station

Toulouse

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lyon

Ticket price

$33

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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 6m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 57m

Longest trip

5h 21m

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

Station

4h 6m

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 Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

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

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 6m

Price from

$33

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 5m

Price from

$51

Departures

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.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

4h 6m

$33-$181

Bus

Apprx.

8h 0m

$18-$55

Flight

Apprx.

1h 5m

$70-$230

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?

Book Toulouse to Lyon train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing departures, and selecting Second Class or First Class. 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 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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