- Must visit
Musée des Confluences
Major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon's signature cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
It's difficult to get from Lyon to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport without transferring at least once.
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6908Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, and a bus costs an average of $85.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m 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 Lyon to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A train is $35 (€28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lyon to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average $87 (€71).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 0m.
Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $7 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-44.55 (€-36.46). The journey takes 2h 0m versus 36m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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17609+ 6908 | 8:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h34 | 10:50 AM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6105 | 8:50 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 4h17 | 1:07 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
17615+ 6910 | 11:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h33 | 1:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
17619+ 6920 | 1:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h33 | 3:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
17623+ 6922 | 3:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2h33 | 5:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Lyon to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 5:16 PM |
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Major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon's signature cultural attractions.
Lyon's premier fine arts museum, housed in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Museum dedicated to the Lumière brothers and the birth of cinema, located in the family villa in the Monplaisir district.
Lyon's historic old town, famous for Renaissance streets, traboules, courtyards, and lively atmospheric lanes.
One of Europe's largest pedestrian squares and a major central meeting point, with views toward Fourvière.
Lyon's flagship urban park with a lake, botanical spaces, long walking paths, and broad appeal for both visitors and locals.
Light pike dumplings, usually baked in a creamy Nantua sauce. A classic Lyonnaise specialty strongly associated with the city’s traditional cuisine.
A traditional salad with frisée, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. It is one of the best-known everyday dishes from Lyon.
Lyon’s famous sausage baked inside rich brioche dough. It is a beloved specialty found in bouchons and charcuterie shops.
Famous covered food market with many respected counters for charcuterie, cheese, pastries, seafood, and regional specialties.
Well-known traditional Lyon restaurant associated with refined bouchon cooking, especially quenelles, offal dishes, and regional classics.
Classic bouchon lyonnais known for traditional local specialties, hearty portions, and a convivial old-Lyon atmosphere.
Airport prices are higher than central Lyon. Coffee, snacks, and sit-down meals cost more than in the city.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for cafés is polite; 5-10% only for very good restaurant service.
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Lyon Saint Exupery Airport -> Lyon City Center
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