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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.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from L'Isle-d'Abeau to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from L'Isle-d'Abeau to Lyon will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 4 trains that leave L'Isle-d'Abeau for Lyon on Mon, May 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 28 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 L'Isle-d'Abeau to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$11 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from L'Isle-d'Abeau to Lyon:
A bus is $1 (€0.94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from L'Isle-d'Abeau to Lyon costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 49m.
The table below shows live departures for L'Isle-d'Abeau to Lyon trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 PM L'Isle-d'Abeau | 0h28 | 7:28 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM L'Isle-d'Abeau | 0h28 | 8:28 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
![]() | 10:30 AM L'Isle-d'Abeau | 0h28 | 10:58 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM L'Isle-d'Abeau | 0h28 | 11:58 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM L'Isle-d'Abeau | 0h28 | 12:58 PM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from L'Isle-d'Abeau to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
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A striking science and anthropology museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, known for bold architecture and major permanent exhibitions.
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Archaeological museum on Fourvière Hill with Roman mosaics, inscriptions, and access to the adjacent ancient theatres.
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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