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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Lyon
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €117
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €117
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 17 h 46 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 17 h 46 m
- Trains on Nov 13
- 1
- Distance
- 912 km
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 €117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €117.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Lyon without transferring at least once.
7:34 PM 17h46 Madrid 1:20 PM Lyon €117 1 One-way 1 transfer
7:34 PM 17h46 Madrid 1:20 PM Lyon €117 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Lyon
Spain
France
Trains from Madrid to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 912 km distance in 7h 22m.
Distance 912 km |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 22m |
First train 5:46 AM |
Last train 8:41 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Madrid to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lyon trains for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 06261+ 6875 · 9706 | 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 15h29 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| 06071+6875 · 9706 | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h16 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| 06081+9706 · 6875 | 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h16 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| 06281+6875 · 9706 | 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h48 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| 06091+6875 · 9706 | 9:12 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h26 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| 06011+9706 · 6875 | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h41 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| 06111+6875 · 9706 | 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h16 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| 06121+9706 · 6875 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h16 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Madrid and Lyon
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 Madrid to Lyon
Most Madrid to Lyon trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Lyon Part Dieu station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon-Perrache. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do trains to Lyon leave from?
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Which Lyon station do trains from Madrid arrive at?
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-Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache train station facilities and services
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.
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