The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Lyon
Cheapest price
€66
Average price
€103
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Lyon will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
Of the 20 trains that leave Paris for Lyon on Sun, Dec 21, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 393 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €121.
Distance: 393 km
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€62 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €223 Average price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Paris to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Lyon trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6609 | On time 9:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h56 | 10:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6611 | On time 10:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h56 | 11:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6613 | On time 10:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h04 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6615 | On time 12:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h56 | 1:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
17777 | On time 2:32 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 5h12 | 7:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect |
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Overview: Train from Paris to Lyon
Trains from Paris to Lyon run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 393 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 393 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, TGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF Intercités, SNCF Intercités de nuit , Regionale, SNCF from Paris to Lyon trainsTrenitalia, TGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF Intercités, SNCF Intercités de nuit , Regionale, SNCF trains will get you between Paris and Lyon from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF Intercités
Regionale
SNCF Intercités de nuit
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FAQs: Trains from Paris to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

When departing from Paris, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare d'Austerlitz and Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne. When arriving in Lyon, you can end your route in train stations like Lyon Part Dieu, Gare de Lyon-Perrache and Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 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 Paris to Lyon
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Croq'Voyage
- Eat'Shop
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
- ibis Styles Paris Bercy
- Kyriad Paris Bercy Village
- Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Located in the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 6, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 87, N32, N35
- Train lines: TER, Intercités
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the airport's parking facilities.
- I Love Paris by Guy Martin
- Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
- Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Located in the main hall
- 30 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for TGV and Thalys trains
- Hall 2: RER B platforms
- Hall 3: access to airport terminals
- RER: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Airport shuttle: CDGVAL connects all terminals
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue de Grèce.
- Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport
- Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and services
- Hall 3: connection to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
- Tramway: Rhônexpress
- Bus: Several lines available
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