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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, known for strong collections of antiquities, sculpture, paintings, and decorative arts.
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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 $33. 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 $33, and a flight costs an average of $164.
Distance: 347 miles (560 km)
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$148 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $321 Average price | $176 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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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu:
A bus is $99 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu costing on average $148 (€122).
A bus is $272 (€224) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu costing on average $321 (€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 $27 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($148 (€122) vs $176 (€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.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 275+ 9536 · 12177 | 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 275+ 87430+ 12177 | 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 275+ 87428+ 12177 | 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
12179+ 9568 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h06 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
9877+ 9568 | 6:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h06 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101 · 4719+ 87430 | 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101 · 4719+ 87428 | 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ICE 591 · ICE 101 · 4719+ 87430 | 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576+ 5537 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h57 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576+ 12189 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h01 | 5:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576+ 9580 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h56 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 277+ 87428+ 5537 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 277+ 87430+ 5537 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 277+ 87428+ 12189 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h13 | 5:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103 · 4723+ 87430 | 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h09 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103 · 4723+ 87440 | 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h08 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 103 · 4723+ 87436 | 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h08 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ICE 71+ TGV 9574+ 5537 | 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h39 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 71+ TGV 9574+ 12189 | 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h43 | 5:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 71+ 87430+ 5537 | 10:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h39 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 279+ 87436+ 12102 · 6633 | 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h20 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
ICE 279+ 87440+ 9580 | 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h08 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 279+ 87436+ 9580 | 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h08 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9590+ 5537 | 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+ 12102 · 6633 | 11:01 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h09 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ECE 5+ 87436+ 9580 | 12:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h38 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ECE 5+ 87436+ 5488 · 9844 | 12:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h39 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
ECE 5+ 87436+ 12102 · 6633 | 12:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h50 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
ICE 371+ 87440+ 9580 | 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h08 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 371+ 87440+ 5488 · 9844 | 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h09 | 9:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
ICE 371+ 87440+ 12102 · 6633 | 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h20 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
TGV 9580 | On time 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h56 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $33 (€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 $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 56m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 3:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Lyon Part Dieu — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon Part Dieu trip today.
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, known for strong collections of antiquities, sculpture, paintings, and decorative arts.
Contemporary science and anthropology museum in a landmark building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.
Museum dedicated to cinema history in the former home of the Lumière family, pioneers of early film.
UNESCO-listed old quarter with Renaissance streets, traboules, and lively squares; essential for first-time visitors.
One of Europe's largest pedestrian squares and a key meeting point, with broad views and central access.
Large urban park with lake, botanical gardens, zoo, and long walking paths; a favorite with locals.
Light pike dumplings, usually baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce. A classic Lyonnais specialty closely tied to the city’s traditional bouchon cuisine.
A warm salad of frisée lettuce, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of Lyon’s most recognizable bistro dishes.
Pork sausage baked inside buttery brioche. This hearty specialty is a staple of Lyonnais charcuterie tradition.
Well-known traditional bouchon serving classic Lyonnais dishes in a lively, rustic setting. A strong choice for an authentic regional meal.
Established bouchon near Part-Dieu, celebrated for quenelles, pâté en croûte, and refined Lyonnais cooking in a warm traditional room.
Historic grand brasserie known for Lyonnais classics, seafood, and Art Deco atmosphere. A long-standing institution popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for France: transit and casual food are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is common.
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Lyon Part-Dieu -> Bellecour, Lyon
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.

Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Lyon Part Dieu train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
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 storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
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