- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Les Menuires to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Les Menuires to Lyon will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 4 trains that leave Les Menuires for Lyon on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Les Menuires to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Les Menuires to Lyon:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Les Menuires to Lyon costing on average $51 (€42).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
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Direct services run with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
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 Les Menuires to Lyon trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:49 AM Les Menuires | 3h03 | 1:52 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:49 PM Les Menuires | 3h03 | 4:52 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:49 PM Les Menuires | 3h21 | 9:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 10:04 AM Les Menuires | 4h06 | 2:10 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Les Menuires to Lyon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 5:49 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
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The city's atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, courtyards, and a strong UNESCO heritage feel.
One of Europe's largest open squares and a key central meeting point in Lyon's Presqu'île.
Large urban park with lake, botanical spaces, greenhouses, and broad paths for walking and relaxing.
Light dumplings traditionally made with pike and baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce, a classic specialty of Lyonnais cuisine.
A warm salad of frisee lettuce, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, emblematic of Lyon's hearty bouchon cooking.
Pork sausage baked inside a soft brioche loaf, a festive and traditional Lyonnais dish often served in bouchons.
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Moderate by French standards: bakeries and lunch deals are good value, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
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Lyon Part-Dieu -> Bellecour, Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Les Menuires to Lyon 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Les Menuires to Lyon trains use the Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains to Lyon Part Dieu station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Use this guide to compare Les Menuires 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.
Lyon-Jean-Macé has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Jean Moulin, Brasserie de l'Est
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Ticket office support is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Lyon Centre, Hotel des Facultés, Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre.
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