The cheapest and fastest trains from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV without transferring at least once.
6196+
8763661:18 PM2h35Nîmes station3:53 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$741One-way1 transfer
6198+
8763145:05 PM2h41Nîmes station7:46 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$831One-way1 transfer
5500 · 6922+
175802:26 PM3h23Nîmes station5:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$971One-way2 transfers
6206 · 6198+
331635:18 PM2h28Nîmes station7:46 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1011One-way2 transfers
6206 · 6198+
331635:18 PM2h28Nîmes station7:46 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1011One-way2 transfers
6196+
8763661:18 PM2h35Nîmes station3:53 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$741One-way1 transfer
6198+
8763145:05 PM2h41Nîmes station7:46 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$831One-way1 transfer
5500 · 6922+
175802:26 PM3h23Nîmes station5:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$971One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV costing on average $59 (€49).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
The journey is about 25m faster (2h 17m by train vs 2h 42m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($59 (€49) vs $88 (€72)). 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 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.
Live departures
Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV train times
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
876366+ 6196 | 1:18 PM Nîmes station | 2h35 | 3:53 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 1 transfer | |
5500+ 17580+ 6922 | 2:26 PM Nîmes station | 3h23 | 5:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Trains from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 4:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nîmes station and Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV 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 Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Most Nîmes station to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV trains use the Nîmes to Lyon Part Dieu station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon-Perrache. Use this guide to compare Nîmes station and Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Nîmes from Nîmes city centre
Nîmes is 1 km from Nîmes city centre. Public transport options include:
Nîmes train station facilities and services
Nîmes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Cheval Blanc, Restaurant La Table du 2
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nîmes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Nîmes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nîmes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nîmes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nîmes: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Empire, Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre, Hôtel Marquis de la Baume.
Getting to Nîmes, Gare Saint Cesaire from Nîmes city centre
Nîmes, Gare Saint Cesaire is 2 km from Nîmes city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Getting to Saint-Césaire from Nîmes city centre
Saint-Césaire is 2 km from Nîmes city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Césaire train station facilities and services
Saint-Césaire has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Césaire.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Saint-Césaire.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Césaire: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Saint-Césaire: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Césaire.
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Getting to Lyon-Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache train station facilities and services
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.
Getting to Lyon-Jean-Macé from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Jean-Macé train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Jean Moulin, Brasserie de l'Est
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Lyon Centre, Hotel des Facultés, Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre.
