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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 Sep 24
$36
Average ticket price on Sep 24
$46
Fastest journey on Sep 24
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 24
3 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 24
5
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Plagne to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Plagne to Lyon will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
On Thu, Sep 24, we found 5 trains from La Plagne to Lyon, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 24 the direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Thu, Sep 24 the slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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 La Plagne to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The table below shows live departures for La Plagne to Lyon trains for today, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:32 PM La Plagne | 3h38 | 8:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 24 | |||||
![]() | 4:32 AM La Plagne | 3h38 | 8:10 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM La Plagne | 3h38 | 12:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:32 AM La Plagne | 3h43 | 1:15 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from La Plagne to Lyon run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
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Most La Plagne to Lyon trains use the Aime-la-Plagne to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare La Plagne and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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