The cheapest and fastest trains from Castres to Lyon
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€71
Fastest journey
6 h 44 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castres to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castres to Lyon will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 3 trains that leave Castres for Lyon on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 315 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 44 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:54 PM6h44Castres7:38 PMLyon€421One-way0 transfers
1:54 PM6h44Castres8:38 PMLyon€761One-way0 transfers
11:55 AM6h55Castres6:50 PMLyon€941One-way0 transfers
1:54 PM6h44Castres8:38 PMLyon€761One-way0 transfers
12:54 PM6h44Castres7:38 PMLyon€421One-way0 transfers
11:55 AM6h55Castres6:50 PMLyon€941One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Castres to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castres to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €164.
Distance: 315 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€70 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price | €363 Average price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 9m Average total duration 19h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Castres to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Castres to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:55 AM Castres | 6h55 | 6:50 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:54 PM Castres | 6h44 | 7:38 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:54 PM Castres | 6h44 | 8:38 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Castres to Lyon by train, flight, or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castres to Lyon
Trains from Castres to Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 315 km distance in 6h 44m.
Distance 315 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 5:51 AM |
Last train 8:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Castres to Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Castres and Lyon from €42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Castres to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castres to Lyon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Castres to Lyon
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
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