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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Lyon

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

€213

Average price

€230

Fastest journey

9 h 14 m

Average duration

11 h 22 m

Trains per day

Distance

912 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Lyon will cost around €230 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €213.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Madrid to Lyon without transferring at least 2 times.

06121+

9706 · 6875

12:22PM9h14

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

09:36PMLyon Part Dieu

€2131One-way

2 transfers

06011+

9706 · 6875

09:57AM11h39

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

09:36PMLyon Part Dieu

€2181One-way

2 transfers

06111+

9706 · 6875

11:22AM10h14

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

09:36PMLyon Part Dieu

€2351One-way

2 transfers

06291+

9706 · 6875

09:22AM12h14

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

09:36PMLyon Part Dieu

€2391One-way

2 transfers

06081+

9706 · 6875

08:07AM13h29

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

09:36PMLyon Part Dieu

€2451One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €47.

Distance: 912 km

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€180 Average price	€221 Average price	€77 Average price Cheapest
8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	17h 16m Average total duration 16h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.7 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions	0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Madrid to Lyon train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, July 16

Last updated at 4:16 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
06081+9706 · 6875	On time 6:07 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	13h29	7:36 PM Lyon Part Dieu	2 transfers
06291+9706 · 6875	On time 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	12h14	7:36 PM Lyon Part Dieu	2 transfers
06011+9706 · 6875	On time 7:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	11h39	7:36 PM Lyon Part Dieu	2 transfers
06111+9706 · 6875	On time 9:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	10h14	7:36 PM Lyon Part Dieu	2 transfers
06121+9706 · 6875	On time 10:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	9h14	7:36 PM Lyon Part Dieu	2 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Madrid to Lyon?

The best time to book your train from Madrid to Lyon is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Madrid to Lyon route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Lyon per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Madrid to Lyon.

Trains

from €22

Buses

from €59

Flights

from €220

Journey information

Overview: Train from Madrid to Lyon

Spain

France

Trains from Madrid to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €135 but you can travel from only €39 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €39

Distance

912 km

Average train duration

7h 48m

Cheapest ticket price

€135

Trains per day

Fastest train

11h 34m

First train

05:31

Last train

18:51

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €39

Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE and Ouigo trains Madrid to Lyon

You can travel by train between Madrid and Lyon with SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE and Ouigo for as low as €119. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Travel comfortably to Lyon from Madrid with AVE, Renfe's high-speed trains. When you travel on the AVE train to Lyon from Madrid, the distance to travel is 565 miles (912 km) and prices start as low as €149. Check all the AVE train timetables and find the cheapest ticket between Madrid and Lyon on Omio!

Renfe is the main railway operator in Spain and offers a wide variety of AVE tickets perfect for your budget, such as Promo, Promo + and Flexible tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards such as the Gold Card and the + Renfe Youth 50 Card that you can add when booking your Renfe AVE ticket with Omio.

The Renfe AVE trains are among the fastest in the world, reaching 192 mph (310 kmh) on select routes, and the AVE connects the main cities of the country in just a few hours, offering comfort and flexibility in long and medium distances. All AVE trains have a restaurant, WiFi, toilets and entertainment on board, and when you book your ticket on Omio, we offer you the possibility of choosing the seat that suits you best.

Train information from Madrid to Lyon with AVE:

Average Duration: 16 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: €149
AVE frequency: 1 a day

OUIGO is a low-cost train company based in France. It offers high-speed trains that run between major cities in France, as well as international destinations. The trains are divided into two types: TGV and Intercités. The TGV trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 320 km/h, while the Intercités trains are slightly slower but still offer a comfortable journey. OUIGO offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Flexi and Premium. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Flexi and Premium tickets offer more flexibility and additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the OUIGO Lounge. Onboard, passengers can enjoy free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for OUIGO are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.

Madrid to Lyon train information with Ouigo:

Average Duration: 9 h 43 min
Cheapest Price: €119

FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Lyon

FAQs: Travel by train from Madrid to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Lyon.

Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Lyon can start from as little as €149 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Madrid to Lyon is €149; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Lyon from Madrid is on average 16 h 10 min for the 912 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Madrid and Lyon by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Madrid to Lyon leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Madrid to Lyon leaves at 21: 10.

There is 1 train a day from Madrid to Lyon which require at least one change with SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE or Ouigo. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Lyon. Take the fast train with Ouigo from Madrid to Lyon.

For the best Madrid to Lyon train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE or Ouigo. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Lyon from Madrid to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 10.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Madrid to Lyon including taking a train, coach or flight.