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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Roanne
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€21
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 6 m
Trains on Sep 18
15
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Roanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Roanne will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 15 trains from Lyon to Roanne, including 15 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
45063:28 PM1h04Lyon Part Dieu4:32 PMRoanne station€191One-way0 transfers- 45029:34 AM1h04Lyon Part Dieu10:38 AMRoanne station€191One-way0 transfers
88966012:42 PM1h28Gare de Lyon-Vaise2:10 PMRoanne station€211One-way0 transfers- 8896664:42 PM1h28Gare de Lyon-Vaise6:10 PMRoanne station€211One-way0 transfers
- 8866121:50 PM1h31Lyon Part Dieu3:21 PMRoanne station€221One-way0 transfers
- 45063:28 PM1h04Lyon Part Dieu4:32 PMRoanne station€191One-way0 transfers
- 45029:34 AM1h04Lyon Part Dieu10:38 AMRoanne station€191One-way0 transfers
- 87573411:34 AM1h07Lyon Part Dieu12:41 PMRoanne station€221One-way0 transfers
- 8757404:34 PM1h07Lyon Part Dieu5:41 PMRoanne station€221One-way0 transfers
- 8757425:34 PM1h08Lyon Part Dieu6:42 PMRoanne station€221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lyon to Roanne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Roanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Roanne:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Roanne costing on average €16.
Other travel options to Roanne take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 21m.
Live departures
Lyon to Roanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Roanne trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 886612 | On time 1:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h31 | 3:21 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 875736 | 2:34 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h09 | 3:43 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886614 | 3:08 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h16 | 4:24 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4506 | 3:28 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h04 | 4:32 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886616 | 4:08 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h18 | 5:26 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 875740 | 4:34 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h07 | 5:41 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 889666 | 4:42 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 1h28 | 6:10 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886618 | 5:08 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h18 | 6:26 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 875742 | 5:34 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h08 | 6:42 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 889668 | 5:42 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 1h28 | 7:10 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886620 | 6:08 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h18 | 7:26 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 875744 | 6:34 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h07 | 7:41 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 889670 | 6:42 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 1h28 | 8:10 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886622 | 7:08 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h18 | 8:26 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 889674 | 7:42 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 1h28 | 9:10 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886624 | 8:08 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h18 | 9:26 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 875748 | 8:34 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h09 | 9:43 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886626 | 9:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h20 | 10:20 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| 886602 | 8:08 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h18 | 9:26 AM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4502 | 9:34 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h04 | 10:38 AM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886606 | 10:08 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h18 | 11:26 AM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 875734 | 11:34 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h07 | 12:41 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886610 | 12:08 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h18 | 1:26 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 889660 | 12:42 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 1h28 | 2:10 PM Roanne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Roanne
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Trains from Lyon to Roanne run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lyon to Roanne trainsTER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lyon and Roanne from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | Intercités
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Roanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Roanne 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 Roanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon to Roanne
Most Lyon to Roanne trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Roanne station pair, with some services arriving at Roanne, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Roanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do trains to Roanne leave from?
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
Lyon Part Dieu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Getting to Lyon Vaise from Lyon city centre
Lyon Vaise is 4 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Vaise train station facilities and services
Lyon Vaise has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lyon Vaise.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lyon Vaise.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Vaise: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Vaise: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Vaise.
Getting to Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière train station facilities and services
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière.
Which Roanne station do trains from Lyon arrive at?
Getting to Roanne from Roanne city centre
Roanne train station facilities and services
Roanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Demain Charette, Now Why
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roanne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roanne: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles Roanne Centre Gare, Le Grand Hôtel, Hotel Terminus.
Getting to Roanne, Gare Routière from Roanne city centre
Roanne, Gare Routière train station facilities and services
Roanne, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in the station. ATMs are aTM located in the main concourse.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roanne, Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roanne, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roanne, Gare Routière: Wheelchair accessible with elevators available.
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