The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$118
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$182
Fastest journey on Sep 20
6 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
6 h 11 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
463 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 463 km distance in an average of 6 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 8 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 13 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.
11:53 AM6h13Bordeaux Mérignac Airport6:06 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$1181One-way0 transfers
9:59 AM6h08Bordeaux Mérignac Airport4:07 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$2471One-way0 transfers
9:59 AM6h08Bordeaux Mérignac Airport4:07 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$2471One-way0 transfers
11:53 AM6h13Bordeaux Mérignac Airport6:06 PMLyon Saint Exupery Airport$1181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $68 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $68, while a flight costs an average of $606.
Distance: 287 miles (463 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$194 Average price | $606 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $191 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A bus is $127 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $194.
A bus is $539 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $606.
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 20m.
Bus takes on average 8h 36m.
You'll arrive about 1h 10m sooner (4h 20m by train vs 5h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $194 compared to roughly $191 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:53 PM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 6h13 | 7:06 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 11h10 | 7:55 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Trains from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $119 but you can travel from only $34 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 14:03. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (463 km) distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 287 miles (463 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $119 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 2:03 PM |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport from $34. 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 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 Saint Exupery Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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