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Musée Paul-Dini, Musée municipal
City museum in a former mansion, presenting local history, archaeology, decorative arts, and Beaujolais heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$10
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$12
Fastest journey on Sep 20
21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
21 m
Trains on Sep 20
18
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 18 trains from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône, including 17 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
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886174Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$10 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône:
A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône costing on average $10.
Other travel options to Villefranche-sur-Saône take longer:
Bus takes on average 43m.
The journey is about 9m faster (25m by train vs 34m by car) and roughly $0.09 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 vs $10). 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 TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, 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 to Villefranche-sur-Saône trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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17754 | 7:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h23 | 7:39 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887106 | 7:49 AM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 8:19 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886174 | 8:30 AM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h22 | 8:52 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887110 | 8:49 AM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 9:19 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17756 | 9:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h23 | 9:39 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887114 | 9:49 AM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 10:19 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17758 | 11:16 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h23 | 11:39 AM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887122 | 11:49 AM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 12:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887126 | 12:49 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 1:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17760 | 1:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h23 | 1:39 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887130 | 2:49 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 3:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17762 | 3:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h22 | 3:38 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887134 | 3:49 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 4:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887138 | 4:49 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 5:19 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17764 | 5:16 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h23 | 5:39 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
887140 | 5:19 PM Gare de Lyon-Vaise | 0h30 | 5:49 PM Villefranche-sur-Saône station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône run on average 15 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 16m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:22 PM |
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Discover the best of Villefranche-sur-Saône — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villefranche-sur-Saône trip today.
City museum in a former mansion, presenting local history, archaeology, decorative arts, and Beaujolais heritage.
Contemporary art space linked to the Paul-Dini museum, valued for temporary exhibitions and modern regional creation.
Regional interpretation space dedicated to Beaujolais culture, landscapes, and identity through changing displays.
The town’s principal shopping street, lined with historic façades and ideal for understanding Villefranche’s urban character.
Central square near the church and town hall, lively and convenient for appreciating the historic center.
Pleasant public garden offering shade, benches, and a relaxed pause close to central streets and monuments.
Bresse chicken cooked in cream and morel sauce. A classic nearby regional specialty prized for the protected quality of Bresse poultry.
Freshwater pike quenelles in a rich crayfish sauce. This Lyonnais staple is widely eaten in the Beaujolais area and reflects local river cooking traditions.
A warm sausage slowly cooked in Beaujolais red wine with onions. It is a hearty local bistro dish tied to the vineyards around the town.
Refined French dining with a polished atmosphere. A strong choice for seasonal cuisine and a more upscale meal in central Villefranche.
Traditional Lyonnais and Beaujolais cooking in a friendly bistro setting. Known for regional classics and dependable local hospitality.
Well-regarded brasserie style venue serving classic French dishes and regional wines in a relaxed, accessible setting.
Moderate for France: hotels, meals, and local transport cost less than Lyon, but more than smaller rural towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Villefranche-sur-Saône station -> Place des Arts, Villefranche-sur-Saône
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône 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 Villefranche-sur-Saône, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Saône trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Villefranche-sur-Saône station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Villefranche-sur-Saône 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 Vaise is 4 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Vaise has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lyon Vaise.
ATMs are available at Lyon Vaise.
Available at Lyon Vaise: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon Vaise: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Vaise.
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.
Villefranche-sur-Saône 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: Le Faisan Doré, Restaurant Le Beaujolais
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Villefranche-sur-Saône. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villefranche-sur-Saône. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Saône: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Plus Hotel Plaisance, Hotel Mercure Villefranche en Beaujolais.
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