The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus and train for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€44 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6191+ 886114 | On time 8:14 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2h26 | 10:40 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
6911+ 17622 | On time 11:10 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2h34 | 1:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
6919+ 17636 | On time 4:08 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2h36 | 6:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
6921+ 17640 | On time 5:10 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2h34 | 7:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
6923+ 17642 | On time 6:10 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2h34 | 8:44 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer |
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Compare prices and tickets Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 07:10 |
Last train 18:10 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon start from as low as $35 (€29) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $54 (€44) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: SNCF TER from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon trainsSNCF TER trains will get you between Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Lyon from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Lyon
- 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 - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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 - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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