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Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.








Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
1h 52m
Average duration
1h 52m
Trains per day
8
Distance
402 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a flight costs an average of $95.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $251 Average price | $149 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Paris:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Paris costing on average $69 (€57).
A bus is $229 (€188) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Paris costing on average $251 (€206).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 56m.
Bus takes on average 5h 49m.
The journey is about 2h 50m faster (1h 53m by train vs 4h 43m by car) and roughly $80 (€66) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($69 (€57) vs $149 (€122)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Paris trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6908 | 10:54 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h52 | 12:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6104 | 11:42 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h52 | 1:34 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6196 | 3:54 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h52 | 5:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6920 | 3:54 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h52 | 5:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6108 | 4:51 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h55 | 6:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6922 | 5:54 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h52 | 7:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6924 | 7:54 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h52 | 9:46 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6148 | 8:36 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1h52 | 10:28 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Paris run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 6:42 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Paris 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Paris trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne. Use this guide to compare Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Croq'Voyage, Eat'Shop, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Paris Bercy, Kyriad Paris Bercy Village, Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square.
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: I Love Paris by Guy Martin, Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
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