The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 3 trains that leave Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 411 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 5 h 48 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.
7:28 AM5h21Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport12:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$901One-way0 transfers
7:27 AM5h22Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport12:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1401One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM5h48Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport4:48 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1511One-way0 transfers
7:28 AM5h21Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport12:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$901One-way0 transfers
7:27 AM5h22Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport12:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1401One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM5h48Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport4:48 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV$1511One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV 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 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$130 Average price | $174 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV:
A bus is $48 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV costing on average $130 (€104).
A bus is $91 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV costing on average $174 (€139).
Other travel options to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 43m.
Bus takes on average 11h 52m.
The journey is about 1h 21m faster (3h 43m by train vs 5h 4m by car) and roughly $29 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($130 (€104) vs $159 (€127)). 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
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:27 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h22 | 12:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h46 | 2:43 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:57 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h52 | 4:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h48 | 4:48 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:18 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h57 | 8:15 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $26 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 6:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV from $26 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue de Grèce.
- Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport
- Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and services
- Hall 3: connection to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
- Tramway: Rhônexpress
- Bus: Several lines available
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