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Musée des Confluences
A striking science and anthropology museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, known for bold architecture and major permanent exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Pont-de-Beauvoisin to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Le Pont-de-Beauvoisin to Lyon:
A train is $0.09 (€0.07) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Le Pont-de-Beauvoisin to Lyon costing on average $23 (€18).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $15 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.93 (€-6.42). The journey takes 1h 2m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Le Pont-de-Beauvoisin to Lyon trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 8:14 AM Le Pont-de-Beauvoisin | 0h56 | 9:10 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Le Pont-de-Beauvoisin to Lyon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
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One of Europe’s largest open squares, a central meeting point and starting place for exploring Lyon.
Lyon’s flagship urban park with a lake, botanical gardens, rose garden, and broad walking paths.
The central peninsula between the Rhône and Saône, packed with shopping streets, squares, and grand architecture.
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A warm salad with frisée, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, widely associated with Lyon's bouchon tradition.
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Service is included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated but not required. Round up for taxis; small change for cafés is optional.
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