The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Valmeinier
Cheapest price
30€
Average price
33€
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Valmeinier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Valmeinier will cost around 33€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 30€.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lyon for Valmeinier every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
2:50 PM2h34Lyon5:24 PMValmeinier30 €1One-way0 changes
3:50 PM2h31Lyon6:21 PMValmeinier36 €1One-way0 changes
3:50 PM2h31Lyon6:21 PMValmeinier36 €1One-way0 changes
2:50 PM2h34Lyon5:24 PMValmeinier30 €1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lyon to Valmeinier
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Valmeinier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 12€. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 12€, and a train costs an average of 18€.
Distance: 142 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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32€ Average Price | 18€ Average Price Cheapest |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lyon to Valmeinier train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Valmeinier trains for today, Saturday, 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18505+ 6401 | 8:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h29 | 12:19 PM Modane station | 1 change | |
18505+ 6401 | 8:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h59 | 11:49 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 1 change | |
18505+ 6401 | 8:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h12 | 12:02 PM Saint-Michel - Valloire | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281 | 9:31 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h02 | 11:33 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 0 changesdirect | |
18507 · 883309 | 9:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h05 | 12:55 PM Modane station | 1 change | |
18507 · 883309 | 9:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h38 | 12:28 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 1 change | |
18507 · 883309 | 9:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h49 | 12:39 PM Saint-Michel - Valloire | 1 change | |
18533 · 883313 | 10:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h57 | 1:47 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 1 change | |
18533 · 883313 | 10:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h11 | 2:01 PM Saint-Michel - Valloire | 1 change | |
18513 · 883321 | 12:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h03 | 3:53 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 1 change | |
18513 · 883321 | 12:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h31 | 4:21 PM Modane station | 1 change | |
18513 · 883321 | 12:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h14 | 4:04 PM Saint-Michel - Valloire | 1 change | |
18521 · 883333 | 4:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h45 | 7:35 PM Saint-Michel - Valloire | 1 change | |
18521 · 883333 | 4:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h00 | 7:50 PM Modane station | 1 change | |
18521 · 883333 | 4:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h34 | 7:24 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 5:23 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h07 | 7:30 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 0 changesdirect | |
18523 · 883337 | 5:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h39 | 8:29 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne - Vallée de l'Arvan | 1 change | |
18523 · 883337 | 5:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3h06 | 8:56 PM Modane station | 1 change | |
18523 · 883337 | 5:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h50 | 8:40 PM Saint-Michel - Valloire | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER or Trenitalia to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Valmeinier.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TER or Trenitalia to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Valmeinier.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lyon to Valmeinier.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Valmeinier
Trains from Lyon to Valmeinier run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 18€ but you can travel from only 12€ by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 19:16. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price 18€ |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 7:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Trenitalia from Lyon to Valmeinier trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Trenitalia trains will get you between Lyon and Valmeinier from 12€. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Trenitalia
TER
FAQs: Lyon to Valmeinier train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Valmeinier 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 Valmeinier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Valmeinier
Most Lyon to Valmeinier trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne Arvan station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Valmeinier train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do trains to Valmeinier leave from?
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.
Getting to Lyon-Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache train station facilities and services
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.


