- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 4 trains that leave Moulins-sur-Allier for Paris Gare de Lyon on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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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6696Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $219.
Distance: 164 miles (264 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$72 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $343 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $72 (€59).
A bus is $311 (€255) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $343 (€281).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 50m.
Bus takes on average 4h 6m.
The journey is about 14m faster (2h 50m by train vs 3h 4m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 (€59) vs $77 (€63)). 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 | Intercités, 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 Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4404+ 6206 | Delayed 7:58 PM 4:18 PMMoulins-sur-Allier | 4h14 | 6:57 PM 6:57 PMParis Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
4502+ 3918 | 11:42 AM Moulins-sur-Allier | 4h11 | 3:53 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 1 transfer | |
16840+ 6696 | 3:08 PM Moulins-sur-Allier | 4h26 | 7:34 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
5974 | 3:26 PM Moulins-sur-Allier | 2h34 | 6:00 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 0 transfersDirect | |
4506+ 5916 | 5:36 PM Moulins-sur-Allier | 3h16 | 8:52 PM Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€23) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (264 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 164 miles (264 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€23) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 7:28 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de Lyon trip today.
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Major museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum with a bold inside-out design and strong permanent collections.
One of Paris’s most atmospheric districts, known for historic streets, boutiques, galleries, and lively public spaces.
Classic Paris garden with formal lawns, statues, fountains, and a relaxed Left Bank atmosphere.
Elegant planned square with arcades, red-brick mansions, and one of the city’s most pleasant places to stroll or rest.
Classic Parisian onion soup topped with bread and melted cheese, long associated with traditional brasseries and late-night dining in the capital.
A staple of Paris brasseries: grilled steak served with fries, valued for its simplicity and strong connection to everyday French dining culture.
A beloved Paris café sandwich of ham, bread, béchamel, and melted cheese, often eaten as a quick lunch in bistros and cafés.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famed for its ornate Belle Époque dining rooms and classic French cuisine.
Well-known brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, popular for seafood, Alsatian touches, and dependable service in a lively station-side setting.
Established French restaurant inside the Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon, known for polished modern brasserie cooking in a quieter setting.
Prices around Gare de Lyon are high by French standards, especially for hotels and sit-down dining, though bakeries and chains offer cheaper options.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated but not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the Moulins-sur-Allier to Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz. Use this guide to compare Moulins-sur-Allier and Paris Gare de Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Moulins-sur-Allier 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 Bistrot de Guillaume, Restaurant Le 9/7
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Moulins-sur-Allier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Moulins-sur-Allier. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moulins-sur-Allier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Moulins-sur-Allier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulins-sur-Allier: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Moulins Centre, Hôtel de Paris, Le Clos de Bourgogne.
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.
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz 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: Brioche Dorée, Dalloyau, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00. .
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, OFF Paris Seine, Hotel Devillas.
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.
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