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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Cheapest price on Oct 22
$75
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$147
Fastest journey on Oct 22
5 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
6 h 53 m
Trains on Oct 22
37
Distance
499 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Lyon will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
It's difficult to get from Heidelberg to Lyon without transferring at least once.
ICE 2012+
TGV 9580
ICE 698 · IC 60403 · ICE 9568+
12179
ICE 698 · IC 60403 · ICE 9578+
12179
ICE 698 · IC 60403 · ICE 9578+
9877
16003 · ICE 9578+
12179
ICE 2012+
TGV 9580
S3 · ICE 371+
9580+
87438
S3 · 4729+
9580+
87440
ICE 795 · 4729+
9580+
87440
ICE 795 · ICE 371+
9580+
87438Trains from Heidelberg to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 310 miles (499 km) distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 310 miles (499 km) |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Heidelberg to Lyon.
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S3 · ICE 9568+ 12179 | 12:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 12h15 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9578+ 9877 | 12:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 12h15 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9578+ 12179 | 12:44 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 12h15 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9578+ 12179 | 1:41 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 11h18 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9578+ 9877 | 1:41 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 11h18 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9568+ 12179 | 1:41 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 11h18 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 698 · IC 60403 · ICE 9568+ 12179 | 2:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 10h57 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
ICE 698 · IC 60403 · ICE 9578+ 9877 | 2:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 10h57 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
ICE 698 · IC 60403 · ICE 9578+ 12179 | 2:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 10h57 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9568+ 12179 | 4:03 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 8h56 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9578+ 12179 | 4:03 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 8h56 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 9578+ 9877 | 4:03 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 8h56 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
16003 · ICE 9578+ 12179 | 4:20 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 8h39 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
16003 · ICE 9568+ 12179 | 4:20 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 8h39 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
16003 · ICE 9578+ 9877 | 4:20 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 8h39 | 12:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
15967+ TGV 9576+ 5537 | 8:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h49 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
15967+ TGV 9574+ 12177 | 8:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h49 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
15967+ TGV 9574+ 5537 | 8:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h49 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3+ TGV 9574+ 5537 | 8:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h41 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3+ TGV 9576+ 5537 | 8:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h41 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
S3+ TGV 9576+ 12177 | 8:18 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h41 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2191+ TGV 9574+ 5537 | 8:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h16 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2191+ TGV 9576+ 5537 | 8:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h16 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2191+ TGV 9576+ 12177 | 8:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 9h16 | 5:59 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
15975 · ICE 371+ 9580+ 87438 | 12:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h48 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
15975 · 4729+ 9580+ 87440 | 12:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h48 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 105 · ICE 371+ 9580 | 12:13 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h45 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
S3 · 4729+ 9580+ 87440 | 12:18 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h40 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 371+ 9580+ 87438 | 12:18 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h40 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 371+ 2362 · 6633 | 12:18 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 10h52 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ICE 795 · ICE 371+ 2362 · 6633 | 12:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 10h27 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ICE 795 · 4729+ 9580+ 87440 | 12:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h15 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
ICE 795 · ICE 371+ 9580+ 87438 | 12:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h15 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 371+ 9580+ 87438 | 12:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h10 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · 4729+ 9580+ 87440 | 12:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h10 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 371+ 2362 · 6633 | 12:48 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 10h22 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 4 transfers | |
ICE 2012+ TGV 9580 | On time 2:24 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h34 | 7:58 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
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Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Museum of cinema miniatures and film props in Vieux Lyon. Popular for detailed sets, special-effects history, and family-friendly exhibits.
Excellent free natural history and ethnography museum with fossils, animals, and global cultures. A strong local favorite, especially for families.
Renaissance quarter with cobbled lanes, traboules, courtyards, and major monuments. Essential for atmosphere, history, and walking exploration.
Central peninsula between the Rhône and Saône, packed with elegant streets, squares, shopping, and many of Lyon’s classic city views.
Historic silk-workers’ hill district with stairways, murals, markets, and hidden passageways. Great for local character and city panoramas.
Pike dumplings in a rich crayfish sauce. A Lyon classic from traditional bouchons, prized for its delicate fish texture and luxurious sauce.
Crisp salad of frisée, bacon lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. A staple Lyonnaise bistro dish that reflects the city's hearty cooking style.
Slow-cooked onions with vinegar, often served warm or chilled. This old Lyonnais side dish is traditional in bouchons and pairs well with charcuterie.
Refined dining by Paul Bocuse, known for polished French cuisine and iconic Lyon dishes in an elegant, historic dining room.
Well-known traditional bouchon in Vieux Lyon, praised for generous Lyonnais specialties and a lively old-city atmosphere.
Historic bouchon near Place Bellecour serving quenelles, salade lyonnaise, and classic regional fare in a warm traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while public transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Heidelberg to Lyon trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg 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: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt 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: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
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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