The cheapest and fastest trains from Tarbes to Lyon
Cheapest price
€75
Average price
€162
Fastest journey
6 h 54 m
Average duration
9 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarbes to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Lyon will cost around €162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
Of the 3 trains that leave Tarbes for Lyon on Sun, Dec 21, 3 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 470 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 54 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 14 h 12 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, bus, and flight for Tarbes to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarbes to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 2m. 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 €28, and a flight costs an average of €149.
Distance: 470 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€92 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €193 Average price |
6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tarbes to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Tarbes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8580 · 6623 | On time 9:35 AM Tarbes station | 8h21 | 5:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
872736+ 6873 | On time 12:41 PM Tarbes station | 6h09 | 6:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
872710+ 6875 | On time 1:46 PM Tarbes station | 6h52 | 8:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
3740+ 6605 | On time 7:32 PM Tarbes station | 13h24 | 8:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tarbes to Lyon
Trains from Tarbes to Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 470 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 470 km |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 50m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 19:45 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités, SNCF from Tarbes to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités, SNCF trains will get you between Tarbes and Lyon from €28. 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 Tarbes to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarbes 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 Tarbes to Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park via Avenue de la Marne.
- Le Patati
- L'Aragon
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Le Rex Hotel
- ibis Tarbes Odos
- Hôtel Foch
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and TER trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
- 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
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