- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Béziers to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Béziers to Lyon will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 7 trains that leave Béziers for Lyon on Sun, Jun 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
6873
9704+
888646 · 886192
6204 · 5500
9708 · 6864
6871
6873
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6875
6204 · 5500
9708 · 6864Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Béziers to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Béziers to Lyon:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Béziers to Lyon costing on average $62 (€51).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 44m.
The journey is about 58m faster (2h 45m by train vs 3h 43m by car) and roughly $59 (€48) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($62 (€51) vs $122 (€99)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Béziers to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6871 | 9:11 AM Béziers station | 2h37 | 11:48 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
9708 · 6864 | 11:57 AM Béziers station | 3h24 | 3:21 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
6204 · 5500 | 12:57 PM Béziers station | 2h56 | 3:53 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
4659+ 5358 | 2:17 PM Béziers station | 4h07 | 6:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
6873 | 5:16 PM Béziers station | 2h34 | 7:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
9704+ 888646 · 886192 | 5:57 PM Béziers station | 3h57 | 9:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
6875 | 7:16 PM Béziers station | 2h45 | 10:01 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Béziers to Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 4:37 AM |
Last train 8:58 PM |
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Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Excellent museum on Roman Lyon with mosaics, inscriptions, and artifacts beside the ancient theaters on Fourvière hill.
Striking science and society museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, famous for immersive displays and architecture.
The city's atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, courtyards, and a strong UNESCO heritage feel.
One of Europe's largest open squares and a key central meeting point in Lyon's Presqu'île.
Large urban park with lake, botanical spaces, greenhouses, and broad paths for walking and relaxing.
Light dumplings traditionally made with pike and baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce, a classic specialty of Lyonnais cuisine.
A warm salad of frisee lettuce, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, emblematic of Lyon's hearty bouchon cooking.
Pork sausage baked inside a soft brioche loaf, a festive and traditional Lyonnais dish often served in bouchons.
An iconic fine-dining restaurant with deep Lyon culinary heritage, serving elegant cuisine in a prestigious setting.
A respected modern bouchon offering refined takes on Lyonnais classics in a warm and polished setting.
A historic bouchon known for classic Lyonnais dishes, convivial service, and a traditional, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards: bakeries and lunch deals are good value, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
Service is included by law. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small change is fine in cafés and bars.
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