4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sanremo to Lyon
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€81
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€81
Fastest journey on Sep 23
6 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
6 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 23
1
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sanremo to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sanremo to Lyon will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 1 trains from Sanremo to Lyon, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 16 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.
2:44 PM6h16Sanremo9:00 PMLyon€811One-way0 transfers
- 2:44 PM6h16Sanremo9:00 PMLyon€811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sanremo to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sanremo to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €73 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €73, while a bus costs an average of €74.
Distance: 316 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€73 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price | €133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 38m Average total duration Fastest 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sanremo to Lyon:
A train is €0.77 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sanremo to Lyon costing on average €74.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 15m.
Live departures
Sanremo to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Sanremo to Lyon trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:43 PM Sanremo | 7h19 | 8:02 PM Lyon | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sanremo to Lyon
Italy
France
Trains from Sanremo to Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 18:06. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 6:06 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, ZOU!, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Sanremo to Lyon trainsTrenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, ZOU!, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Sanremo and Lyon from €23. 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 INOUI
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FAQs: Trains from Sanremo to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sanremo 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 Sanremo to Lyon
Most Sanremo to Lyon trains use the Sanremo to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Sanremo and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sanremo station do trains to Lyon leave from?
Getting to Sanremo from Sanremo city centre
Sanremo train station facilities and services
Sanremo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Living Garden, Ristorante Flipper
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sanremo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Sanremo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sanremo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sanremo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sanremo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Royal Hotel Sanremo, Hotel De Paris Sanremo, Grand Hotel & Des Anglais.
Which Lyon station do trains from Sanremo 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.
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