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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Lyon
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€79
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€172
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 18
17
Distance
516 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lyon will cost around €172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 17 trains from Nantes to Lyon, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 516 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 21 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.
44062:46 PM6h40Nantes station9:26 PMLyon Part Dieu€791One-way0 transfers- 440411:48 AM6h38Nantes station6:26 PMLyon Part Dieu€861One-way0 transfers
- 44026:26 AM6h38Nantes station1:04 PMLyon Part Dieu€861One-way0 transfers
53004:50 AM4h40Nantes station9:30 AMLyon Part Dieu€891One-way0 transfers- 53205:04 PM4h26Nantes station9:30 PMLyon Part Dieu€1191One-way0 transfers
- 53205:04 PM4h26Nantes station9:30 PMLyon Part Dieu€1191One-way0 transfers
- 53004:50 AM4h40Nantes station9:30 AMLyon Part Dieu€891One-way0 transfers
- 8814 · 66872:04 PM4h52Nantes station6:56 PMLyon Part Dieu€3351One-way1 transfer
- 8922 · 66693:04 PM5h18Nantes station8:22 PMLyon Part Dieu€2401One-way1 transfer
- 5332+
8575026:09 AM5h21Nantes station11:30 AMLyon Part Dieu€1421One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €42 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, while a flight costs an average of €167.
Distance: 516 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€74 Average price | €167 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €180 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Lyon:
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Lyon costing on average €74.
A bus is €125 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Lyon costing on average €167.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 9m.
Bus takes on average 7h 52m.
Live departures
Nantes to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lyon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5300 | 4:50 AM Nantes station | 4h40 | 9:30 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8860 · 6607 | 5:08 AM Nantes station | 5h48 | 10:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 5332+857502 | 6:09 AM Nantes station | 5h21 | 11:30 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 4402 | 6:26 AM Nantes station | 6h38 | 1:04 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8802 · 6609 | 6:36 AM Nantes station | 5h20 | 11:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 8970 · 6611 | 7:04 AM Nantes station | 5h52 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 858308+8604 · 6611 | 7:05 AM Nantes station | 5h51 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| 8864 · 6613 | 8:04 AM Nantes station | 5h52 | 1:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 5482 · 12526 | 8:08 AM Nantes station | 5h52 | 2:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 8912 · 6685 | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 5h52 | 2:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 5336+857312 | 11:43 AM Nantes station | 4h47 | 4:30 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 8814 · 6687 | 2:04 PM Nantes station | 4h52 | 6:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 5480 · 9836 | 2:08 PM Nantes station | 5h54 | 8:02 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
| 4406 | 2:46 PM Nantes station | 6h40 | 9:26 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5320 | 5:04 PM Nantes station | 4h26 | 9:30 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8816 · 6633 | 5:40 PM Nantes station | 5h55 | 11:35 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Nantes to Lyon
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Trains from Nantes to Lyon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 516 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 516 km |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 4:46 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Lyon trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Lyon from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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 Nantes to Lyon
Most Nantes to Lyon trains use the Gare de Nantes to Lyon Part Dieu station pair, with some services arriving at Oullins. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nantes station do trains to Lyon leave from?
Getting to Gare de Nantes from Nantes city centre
Gare de Nantes train station facilities and services
Gare de Nantes 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Getting to Haluchère-Batignolles from Nantes city centre
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles train station facilities and services
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Which Lyon station do trains from Nantes 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.
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.
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