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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nîmes to Lyon
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Lyon will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nîmes for Lyon on Tue, Nov 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nîmes to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 217 km
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2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nîmes to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Lyon trains for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5500 | On time 1:27 PM Nîmes station | 1h23 | 2:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9864 | On time 2:19 PM Nîmes station | 1h31 | 3:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6873 | On time 5:28 PM Nîmes station | 1h22 | 6:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 18 | |||||
| 10:00 AM Nîmes | 1h20 | 11:20 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nîmes to Lyon
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Trains from Nîmes to Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER, Renfe Viajeros from Nîmes to Lyon trainsAVE, TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Nîmes and Lyon from €10. 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 Nîmes to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Nîmes, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lyon Part Dieu, located 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nîmes to Lyon
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire.
- Le Cheval Blanc
- Restaurant La Table du 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hôtel Empire
- Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre
- Hôtel Marquis de la Baume
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Paris, regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram-bus: Line T1
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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