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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€9
Fastest journey on Sep 19
22 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
23 m
Trains on Sep 19
16
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 16 trains from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône, including 16 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 23 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.
88712211:49 AM0h30Gare de Lyon-Vaise12:19 PMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€81One-way0 transfers- 8871302:49 PM0h30Gare de Lyon-Vaise3:19 PMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€81One-way0 transfers
- 8871384:49 PM0h30Gare de Lyon-Vaise5:19 PMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€81One-way0 transfers
- 8871108:49 AM0h30Gare de Lyon-Vaise9:19 AMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€81One-way0 transfers
- 8871343:49 PM0h30Gare de Lyon-Vaise4:19 PMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€81One-way0 transfers
- 177623:16 PM0h22Lyon Part Dieu3:38 PMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€91One-way0 transfers
- 8861748:30 AM0h22Gare de Lyon-Vaise8:52 AMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€81One-way0 transfers
- 177569:16 AM0h23Lyon Part Dieu9:39 AMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€91One-way0 transfers
- 177601:16 PM0h23Lyon Part Dieu1:39 PMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€91One-way0 transfers
- 1775811:16 AM0h23Lyon Part Dieu11:39 AMVillefranche-sur-Saône station€91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, while a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price | €8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Villefranche-sur-Saône:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône costing on average €9.
Other travel options to Villefranche-sur-Saône take longer:
Bus takes on average 34m.
Live departures
Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 AM Lyon | 0h22 | 7:52 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:49 PM Lyon | 0h30 | 1:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 1:19 PM Lyon | 0h30 | 1:49 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:49 PM Lyon | 0h30 | 2:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:49 PM Lyon | 0h30 | 3:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:49 PM Lyon | 0h30 | 5:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône
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Trains from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône run on average 13 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 22m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône trainsTER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Villefranche-sur-Saône 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
Regionale
SNCF | TGV INOUI
TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône 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 Villefranche-sur-Saône, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône
Most Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Villefranche-sur-Saône station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Villefranche-sur-Saône train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do trains to Villefranche-sur-Saône 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-Jean-Macé from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Jean-Macé train station facilities and services
Lyon-Jean-Macé has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Jean Moulin, Brasserie de l'Est
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Lyon Centre, Hotel des Facultés, Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre.
Which Villefranche-sur-Saône station do trains from Lyon arrive at?
Getting to Villefranche-sur-Saône from Villefranche-sur-Saône city centre
Villefranche-sur-Saône train station facilities and services
Villefranche-sur-Saône has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Faisan Doré, Restaurant Le Beaujolais
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Villefranche-sur-Saône. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Villefranche-sur-Saône. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Hotel Plaisance, Hotel Mercure Villefranche en Beaujolais.
Most popular train connections from Lyon
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