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Compare train, bus, and flight for Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 243 miles (392 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $212 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse:
A bus is $130 (€105) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse costing on average $149 (€120).
A bus is $193 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse costing on average $212 (€171).
Other travel options to Paris Gare Montparnasse take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 48m.
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
Tickets start at around $149 (€120) compared to roughly $93 (€75) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-55.57 (€-44.88). The journey takes 5h 48m versus 4h 29m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse by train, bus, or flight
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Overview: Train from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse
Trains from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $149 (€120) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:16, the last at 11:36. The fastest train covers the 243 miles (392 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 243 miles (392 km) |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $149 (€120) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 10:16 AM |
Last train 11:36 AM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Gare de Lyon-Perrache and Paris Gare Montparnasse from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse 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 Paris Gare Montparnasse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Paris Gare Montparnasse
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
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