The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 32 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Lyon Part Dieu on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 560 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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.
ICE 273+
87410+
55375:50 AM12h09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:59 PMLyon Part Dieu$1061One-way2 transfers
ICE 273+
87410+
121775:50 AM12h09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:59 PMLyon Part Dieu$1061One-way2 transfers
IC 60403+
87406+
55373:14 AM14h45Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:59 PMLyon Part Dieu$1091One-way2 transfers
IC 60403+
87406+
121773:14 AM14h45Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:59 PMLyon Part Dieu$1091One-way2 transfers
S3 · IC 60408+
87406+
55374:07 AM13h52Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:59 PMLyon Part Dieu$1141One-way3 transfers
95802:02 PM5h56Frankfurt (Main) Hbf7:58 PMLyon Part Dieu$1741One-way0 transfers
9568+
98776:53 AM6h07Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:00 PMLyon Part Dieu$3411One-way1 transfer
ICE 9568+
98776:53 AM6h07Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:00 PMLyon Part Dieu$2081One-way1 transfer
ICE 71+
TGV 9574+
987910:20 AM6h43Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:03 PMLyon Part Dieu$2211One-way2 transfers
9590+
553711:01 AM6h58Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:59 PMLyon Part Dieu$3411One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 347 miles (560 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$151 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $327 Average price | $179 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 58m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu costing on average $151 (€122).
A bus is $277 (€224) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu costing on average $327 (€264).
Other travel options to Lyon Part Dieu take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 59m.
Bus takes on average 10h 28m.
The journey is about 21m faster (5h 59m by train vs 6h 20m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($151 (€122) vs $179 (€145)). 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 TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60403+ 87406+ 5537 | 3:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 14h45 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IC 60403+ 87406+ 9877 | 3:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h46 | 1:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
IC 60403+ 87406+ 12177 | 3:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 14h45 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3 · IC 60408+ 87406+ 5537 | 4:07 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h52 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · IC 60408+ 87406+ 12177 | 4:07 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 13h52 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · IC 60408+ 9877+ 87406 | 4:07 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h53 | 1:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
ICE 273+ 87410+ 9877 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h10 | 1:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 273+ 87410+ 12177 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 273+ 5537+ 87410 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
9558+ 6611 | 5:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h02 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568+ 9877 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h07 | 1:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568+ 12177 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h06 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9568+ 5537 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h06 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
9877+ 9568 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h07 | 1:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576+ 5537 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h57 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576+ 12177 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h57 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576+ 9879 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h01 | 5:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 277+ 87424+ 12177 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 277+ 5537+ 87424 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 277+ 9879+ 87424 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h13 | 5:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
9556+ 6617 | 8:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h03 | 3:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71+ 12177+ TGV 9574 | 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h39 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 71+ 5537+ TGV 9574 | 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h39 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 71+ 9879+ TGV 9574 | 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h43 | 5:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9590+ 12177 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h58 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9590+ 9580 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h57 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9590+ 2358 · 6663 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h21 | 7:22 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9590+ 5537 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h58 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
9590+ 5537 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h58 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371+ 9580+ 87438 | 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h08 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
9552 · 6627 | 12:53 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h01 | 7:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
9580 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h56 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€51) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 15:55. The fastest train covers the 347 miles (560 km) distance in 5h 56m.
Distance 347 miles (560 km) |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€51) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 56m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 3:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu trainsTGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Lyon Part Dieu from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu 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 Part Dieu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 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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