The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Lyon
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€67
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
25
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 €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 25 trains that leave Paris for Lyon on Wed, Nov 05, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 393 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 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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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6651
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6651Travel Information
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* |
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Paris to Lyon train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6147 | 4:54 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h51 | 6:45 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281 | 6:29 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h57 | 8:26 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6607 | On time 7:59 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h57 | 9:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6647 | On time 8:55 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h57 | 10:52 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6647 | 8:55 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h12 | 11:07 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
6609 | On time 8:59 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h57 | 10:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6611 | On time 9:59 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h58 | 11:57 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6105 | On time 10:29 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h54 | 12:23 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
6613 | On time 10:51 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h05 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6615 | On time 11:51 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h04 | 1:55 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6685 | On time 11:51 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h04 | 1:55 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6617 | On time 12:53 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h03 | 2:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6651 | On time 1:13 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h24 | 3:37 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6651 | 1:13 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h56 | 3:09 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6619 | On time 1:59 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h57 | 3:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 2:17 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h57 | 4:14 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
17777 | On time 2:32 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h12 | 7:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6621 | On time 2:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h08 | 5:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6687 | On time 3:59 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h58 | 5:57 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6657 | 4:07 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h54 | 6:01 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
6663 | On time 4:25 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h57 | 6:22 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
17779 | On time 4:28 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 5h27 | 9:55 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6157 | On time 6:03 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h54 | 7:57 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6655 | 6:59 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h11 | 9:10 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6655 | On time 6:59 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1h57 | 8:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Lyon
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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FAQs: Trains from Paris to Lyon

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: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
- Brioche Dorée
- Dalloyau
- La Croissanterie
- The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
- Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
- OFF Paris Seine
- Hotel Devillas
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
- Metro lines: 5, 10
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
- 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: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- 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 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
- 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 - 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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