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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Villefontaine
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
28 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Villefontaine is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Villefontaine will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Fast trains
Of the 24 trains that leave Lyon for Villefontaine on Fri, Nov 07, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
88732902:01PM0h19
Lyon-Jean-Macé02:20PMSaint-Quentin-Fallavier station
$91One-way
0 transfers
88733904:31PM0h19
Lyon-Jean-Macé04:50PMSaint-Quentin-Fallavier station
$91One-way
0 transfers
88730908:01AM0h19
Lyon-Jean-Macé08:20AMSaint-Quentin-Fallavier station
$91One-way
0 transfers
88734105:01PM0h19
Lyon-Jean-Macé05:20PMSaint-Quentin-Fallavier station
$91One-way
0 transfers
88731510:01AM0h19
Lyon-Jean-Macé10:20AMSaint-Quentin-Fallavier station
$91One-way
0 transfers
1764908:45AM0h16
Lyon Part Dieu09:01AMLa Verpillière
$101One-way
0 transfers
1768709:45AM0h17
Lyon Part Dieu10:02AMLa Verpillière
$101One-way
0 transfers
1760908:16AM0h17
Lyon Part Dieu08:33AMLa Verpillière
$101One-way
0 transfers
1761109:16AM0h17
Lyon Part Dieu09:33AMLa Verpillière
$101One-way
0 transfers
1761712:16PM0h17
Lyon Part Dieu12:33PMLa Verpillière
$101One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lyon to Villefontaine
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Villefontaine among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
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€6 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lyon to Villefontaine train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Villefontaine trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:58 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 887341 | On time 4:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 4:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887341 | On time 4:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 4:24 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17629 | On time 4:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 4:33 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887343 | On time 4:31 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 4:50 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887343 | On time 4:31 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 4:54 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17631 | On time 4:45 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 5:02 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887345 | On time 5:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 5:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887345 | On time 5:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 5:24 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17633 | On time 5:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 5:33 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887347 | On time 5:31 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 5:50 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887347 | On time 5:31 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 5:54 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17635 | On time 5:45 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 6:02 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887349 | On time 6:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 6:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887349 | On time 6:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 6:24 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17637 | On time 6:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 6:33 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887351 | On time 6:31 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 6:50 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887351 | On time 6:31 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 6:54 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17639 | On time 6:45 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 7:02 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887353 | On time 7:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 7:24 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887353 | On time 7:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 7:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17641 | On time 7:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 7:33 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17641 · 887352 | On time 7:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h53 | 8:09 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 1 transfer | |
| 887357 | On time 8:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 8:24 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887357 | On time 8:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 8:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17643 | On time 8:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 8:33 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887361 | On time 9:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 9:24 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887361 | On time 9:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 9:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17645 | On time 9:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 9:33 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 887309 | On time 7:01 AM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 7:20 AM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887309 | On time 7:01 AM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 7:24 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17609 | On time 7:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 7:33 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17649 | On time 7:45 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h16 | 8:01 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887313 | On time 8:01 AM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 8:24 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887313 | On time 8:01 AM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 8:20 AM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17611 | On time 8:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 8:33 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17687 | On time 8:45 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 9:02 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887315 | On time 9:01 AM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 9:24 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887315 | On time 9:01 AM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 9:20 AM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17613 | On time 9:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 9:33 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17615 | On time 10:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h18 | 10:34 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887321 | On time 11:01 AM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 11:24 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887321 | On time 11:01 AM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 11:20 AM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 17617 · 887326 | On time 11:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h53 | 12:09 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 1 transfer | |
| 17617 | On time 11:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h17 | 11:33 AM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887325 | On time 12:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h23 | 12:24 PM La Verpillière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887325 | On time 12:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 12:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887329 | On time 1:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 1:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887333 | On time 2:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 2:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887337 | On time 3:01 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 3:20 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 887339 | On time 3:31 PM Lyon-Jean-Macé | 0h19 | 3:50 PM Saint-Quentin-Fallavier station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Villefontaine
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Trains from Lyon to Villefontaine run on average 30 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 18m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€4) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 22:26 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF from Lyon to Villefontaine trainsSNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Lyon and Villefontaine from $4 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER
About
SNCF TER (Transport Express Régional) is the regional train service operated by France's national railway company, SNCF. It provides low-cost travel within France's regions, connecting towns and areas not served by high-speed trains. Each French region independently manages its own TER network, offering various ticket types, including discount cards and special fares. TER trains are used by over 800,000 passengers daily and are a popular choice for both commuters and tourists exploring France's diverse landscapes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
16m
Cheapest Price
$4 (€4)
SNCF TER frequency
35 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at train ends
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar or food trolley service on some routes, vending machines available
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee, included in some first-class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
SNCF
About
SNCF is France’s national railway company, operating a vast network of high-speed, regional, and local train services across the country and into neighboring nations. Its flagship TGV trains reach speeds of up to 320 km/h, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, and Lille in just a few hours. SNCF also runs popular regional services like TER and international routes including Eurostar, Thalys, and TGV Lyria. Ticket options range from budget-friendly fares to flexible and premium classes, catering to every type of traveler. Onboard amenities may include spacious seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and catering services, making SNCF a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to explore France and beyond.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
SNCF frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Villefontaine
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Villefontaine 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 Villefontaine, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Lyon to Villefontaine is 17 miles (28 km).
Villefontaine is a small town, ideal for a day trip to explore its local attractions and enjoy its peaceful ambiance.
The first train from Lyon to Villefontaine leaves at 5:35 AM.
The last train from Lyon to Villefontaine leaves at 10:26 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Lyon to Villefontaine.
Yes, you can take the train from Lyon to Villefontaine.
Yes, there is a direct train from Lyon to Villefontaine. This service operates 28 times per day, provided by SNCF TER, SNCF.
The train journey from Lyon to Villefontaine offers a modest scenic experience, passing through charming French countryside with views of rural landscapes and small villages, but it's not known for dramatic scenery.
Train ticket prices from Lyon to Villefontaine can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $4 (€4), while the average price is around $8 (€6).
The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Villefontaine is by train, with a cost of around $4 (€4).
Yes, a day trip from Lyon to Villefontaine is feasible. The travel time is only 18m, covering a distance of 17 miles (28 km). Trains run frequently with 30 trips per day.
The train from Lyon to Villefontaine takes 18m and runs 30 per day.
The train station in Lyon that goes to Villefontaine is Lyon-Jean-Macé, which connects to La Verpillière.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lyon to Villefontaine.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon to Villefontaine
Lyon
Villefontaine
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
Dining
- PAUL
Accessibility
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Hotel
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
Information Desk
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Public transit options for Lyon-Perrache
- 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
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free unlimited WiFi.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
Dining
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
Accessibility
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
Ticket Office
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
Information Desk
- Located in the station's main hall.
Public transit options for Lyon Part Dieu
- 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
Lyon-Jean-Macé
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
Dining
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 100 places, covered
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
Public transit options for Lyon-Jean-Macé
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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