- Must visit
Musée des Confluences
Major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon's signature cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon Centre 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 Avignon Centre to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 1 trains that leave Avignon Centre for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon Centre to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Avignon Centre to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon Centre to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
The journey is about 39m faster (1h 42m by train vs 2h 21m by car) and roughly $30 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($48 (€39) vs $78 (€64)). 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.
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 Avignon Centre to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:04 PM Avignon Centre | 1h39 | 1:43 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Avignon Centre to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:04, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 12:04 PM |
Last train 5:04 PM |
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Major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon's signature cultural attractions.
Lyon's premier fine arts museum, housed in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Museum dedicated to the Lumière brothers and the birth of cinema, located in the family villa in the Monplaisir district.
Lyon's historic old town, famous for Renaissance streets, traboules, courtyards, and lively atmospheric lanes.
One of Europe's largest pedestrian squares and a major central meeting point, with views toward Fourvière.
Lyon's flagship urban park with a lake, botanical spaces, long walking paths, and broad appeal for both visitors and locals.
Light pike dumplings, usually baked in a creamy Nantua sauce. A classic Lyonnaise specialty strongly associated with the city’s traditional cuisine.
A traditional salad with frisée, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of the best-known everyday dishes from Lyon.
Lyon’s famous sausage baked inside rich brioche dough. It is a beloved specialty found in bouchons and charcuterie shops.
Famous covered food market with many respected counters for charcuterie, cheese, pastries, seafood, and regional specialties.
Well-known traditional Lyon restaurant associated with refined bouchon cooking, especially quenelles, offal dishes, and regional classics.
Classic bouchon lyonnais known for traditional local specialties, hearty portions, and a convivial old-Lyon atmosphere.
Airport prices are higher than central Lyon. Coffee, snacks, and sit-down meals cost more than in the city.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for cafés is polite; 5-10% only for very good restaurant service.
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Lyon Saint Exupery Airport -> Lyon City Center
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