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Musée du Château de Tarascon
Museum inside the castle presenting history, architecture, and collections that illuminate Tarascon’s princely and military past.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Tarascon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Tarascon will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lyon for Tarascon on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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 Lyon to Tarascon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $197.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $253 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Tarascon:
A bus is $33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Tarascon costing on average $52.
A bus is $234 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Tarascon costing on average $253.
Other travel options to Tarascon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Flight takes on average 4h 26m.
You'll arrive about 1h 26m sooner (1h 20m by train vs 2h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $52 compared to roughly $49 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Tarascon trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 PM Lyon | 10h22 | 6:32 AM Tarascon Sur Rhone | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Lyon | 9h48 | 6:28 AM Tarascon Sur Rhone | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:06 PM Lyon | 8h39 | 6:45 AM Tarascon Sur Rhone | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 7:40 AM Lyon | 2h30 | 10:10 AM Tarascon | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Lyon to Tarascon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 7:47 PM |
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Discover the best of Tarascon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tarascon trip today.
Museum inside the castle presenting history, architecture, and collections that illuminate Tarascon’s princely and military past.
Museum dedicated to local traditions and the legendary Tarasque, useful for understanding Tarascon’s folklore and civic identity.
Castle exhibition rooms presenting period furnishings, defensive design, and curated displays within an exceptional medieval setting.
Main square near key monuments, ideal for absorbing old-town atmosphere, events, and everyday life in central Tarascon.
Atmospheric old-town area of narrow lanes and stone façades, best explored on foot for its authentic Provençal character.
Riverside walk with broad views of the Rhône, bridge, and castle, especially appealing in softer morning or evening light.
Aïoli garni is a Provençal platter of vegetables, fish, eggs, and garlic mayonnaise, celebrated on feast days across the lower Rhône and nearby towns like Tarascon.
Daube provençale is a slow-braised beef stew with red wine, herbs, and olives. It is a classic family dish of Provence and the Rhône valley.
Gardianne de taureau is a Camargue bull stew cooked with red wine and herbs. It is strongly tied to regional cattle culture near Tarascon.
Traditional Provençal restaurant in central Tarascon known for regional dishes and a relaxed historic-town atmosphere.
Established dining address near Tarascon serving refined Provençal cuisine in an elegant setting popular for special meals.
Casual local venue for pizzas, grills, and French staples, appreciated for dependable service and an easygoing atmosphere.
Moderate for Provence: rooms and dining cost more than smaller French towns, but local transit is limited and many sights nearby are low-cost.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare de Tarascon -> Place du Marché, Tarascon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Tarascon 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 Tarascon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Tarascon trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Tarascon station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Tarascon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu 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: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is 3 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Saint-Exupéry 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: Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport, NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Moxy Lyon Airport, NH Lyon Airport, Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry.
Lyon-Jean-Macé has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Jean Moulin, Brasserie de l'Est
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Lyon Centre, Hotel des Facultés, Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre.
Tarascon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Maison Penchée, Le Mistral
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Tarascon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tarascon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tarascon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tarascon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarascon: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Provence, Le Provençal.
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