Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV train with SNCF | TGV INOUI

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€104

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€154

Fastest journey on Sep 20

5 h 17 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

5 h 40 m

Trains on Sep 20

9

Distance

411 km

Cheap tickets

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 €154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €104.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV without transferring at least 2 times.

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12510+TER17615+SNCF | TGV INOUI6910
    8:32 AM5h17
    Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
    1:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
    1041One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12526+TER17621+SNCF | TGV INOUI6922
    11:58 AM5h51
    Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
    5:49 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
    1281One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12520+TER17637+SNCF | TGV INOUI6928
    4:20 PM5h28
    Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
    9:48 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
    1281One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12512+TER886179+SNCF | TGV INOUI6196
    9:57 AM5h46
    Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
    3:43 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
    1291One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12562 · 7124 · 6923
    1:07 PM5h59
    Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
    7:06 PMLyon Saint-Exupéry TGV
    1551One-way
    2 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 an average ticket price of €66 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €66, while a flight costs an average of €413.

Distance: 255 miles (411 km)

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Driving

€145

Average price

€413

Average price

€66

Average price

Cheapest

€127

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 44m

Average total duration

2h 44m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

9h 49m

Average total duration

9h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 4m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SNCF | TGV INOUI

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Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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Most popular bus company

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The cheapest way to travel from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is a bus with an average price of €66.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV:

A bus is €79 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 €145.

A bus is €348 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 €413.

The fastest way to travel from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 44m.

Other travel options to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 57m.

Bus takes on average 9h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 7m sooner (3h 57m by train vs 5h 4m by car). Tickets start at around €145 compared to roughly €127 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), 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 tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
SNCF | TGV INOUI12510+TER17615+SNCF | TGV INOUI69108:32 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
5h17
1:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers
SNCF | TGV INOUI12512+TER886179+SNCF | TGV INOUI61969:57 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
5h46
3:43 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers
SNCF | TGV INOUI9854 · 7218 · 691910:38 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
6h28
5:06 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers
SNCF | TGV INOUI12526+TER17621+SNCF | TGV INOUI692211:58 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
5h51
5:49 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers
SNCF | TGV INOUI12562 · 7124 · 69231:07 PM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
5h59
7:06 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers
SNCF | TGV INOUI9862 · 7124 · 69231:07 PM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
5h59
7:06 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers
SNCF | TGV INOUI9862 · 7324 · 69231:07 PM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
5h59
7:06 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers
SNCF | TGV INOUI12562 · 7324 · 69231:07 PM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
5h59
7:06 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers
SNCF | TGV INOUI12520+TER17637+SNCF | TGV INOUI69284:20 PM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV
5h28
9:48 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV

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Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 15:29. The fastest train covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 1h 48m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Distance
255 miles (411 km)
Average train duration
3h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
€23
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 48m
First train
4:09 AM
Last train
3:29 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18

Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SNCF | TGV INOUI

About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a "Bistro TGV INOUI" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
€72
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone

Trenitalia

About
Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trenitalia Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Trenitalia Price
€23
Trenitalia frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, and spaces between seat backs
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on high-speed trains, trolley service with snacks and beverages, vending machines on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation, costs extra except on high-speed trains where it's mandatory and included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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 SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 Price
€138
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 frequency
2 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

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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €23, while the average price is around €145.
The train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV takes 1h 48m and runs 5 per day.
The distance by train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is 255 miles (411 km).
The first train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV leaves at 4:09 AM.
The last train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV leaves at 3:29 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV.
Yes, there is a direct train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV. This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV.
The cheapest way to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is by bus, with a cost of around €18.
The train journey from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is generally not considered highly scenic as it mostly passes through urban and industrial areas, though some sections offer views of the French countryside.
A day trip from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 48m. However, there are 6 trains per day covering the 255 miles (411 km) route.
Yes, you can take the train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV.
Since both Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV include Paris, Grenoble, Valence, Aix-en-Provence, Avignon.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV

Most Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Paris
Arrival train stations in Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGVRue de Grèce, 69125 Colombier-Saugnieu, FranceWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV from Lyon city centre

Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is 3 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRx · 32m · €16 · every ~8 min
BusS766, 776, 787, N760, N1759, 1776, 1624, N746, 1779, S1736, 1606, 1787, 1676 · 36m · €2 · every ~1 min

Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV train station facilities and services

Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport, NH Lyon Airport Restaurant

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Moxy Lyon Airport, NH Lyon Airport, Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry.

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