The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
688 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
It's difficult to get from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail without transferring at least once.
6163+
8811773:21 PM6h16Paris Gare de Lyon9:37 PMCap-d'Ail$1131One-way1 transfer
6181+
860875:22 PM6h17Paris Gare de Lyon11:39 PMCap-d'Ail$1301One-way1 transfer
6165+
8605711:22 AM6h19Paris Gare de Lyon5:41 PMCap-d'Ail$1391One-way1 transfer
6111+
8606311:37 AM7h04Paris Gare de Lyon6:41 PMCap-d'Ail$1491One-way1 transfer
6177+
860732:10 PM6h31Paris Gare de Lyon8:41 PMCap-d'Ail$1491One-way1 transfer
6163+
8811773:21 PM6h16Paris Gare de Lyon9:37 PMCap-d'Ail$1131One-way1 transfer
6181+
860875:22 PM6h17Paris Gare de Lyon11:39 PMCap-d'Ail$1301One-way1 transfer
6165+
8605711:22 AM6h19Paris Gare de Lyon5:41 PMCap-d'Ail$1391One-way1 transfer
6173+
860479:11 AM6h30Paris Gare de Lyon3:41 PMCap-d'Ail$2021One-way1 transfer
6177+
860732:10 PM6h31Paris Gare de Lyon8:41 PMCap-d'Ail$1491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a train costs an average of $104.
Distance: 427 miles (688 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$190 Average price | $104 Average price Cheapest | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 14m Average total duration 15h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail costing on average $190 (€153).
Other travel options to Cap-d'Ail take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 44m.
You'll arrive about 2h 51m sooner (5h 58m by train vs 8h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $190 (€153) compared to roughly $175 (€141) 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.
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 Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6173+ 86047 | 9:11 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h30 | 3:41 PM Cap-d'Ail | 1 transfer | |
6175+ 86053 | 10:10 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h33 | 4:43 PM Cap-d'Ail | 1 transfer | |
6165+ 86057 | 11:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h19 | 5:41 PM Cap-d'Ail | 1 transfer | |
6111+ 86063 | 11:37 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h04 | 6:41 PM Cap-d'Ail | 1 transfer | |
6177+ 86073 | 2:10 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h31 | 8:41 PM Cap-d'Ail | 1 transfer | |
6163+ 881177 | 3:21 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h16 | 9:37 PM Cap-d'Ail | 1 transfer | |
6181+ 86087 | 5:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h17 | 11:39 PM Cap-d'Ail | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $104 (€84) but you can travel from only $70 (€56) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 16:36. The fastest train covers the 427 miles (688 km) distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 427 miles (688 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€84) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 5:36 AM |
Last train 4:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Cap-d'Ail from $70 (€56). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Regionale
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail 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 Cap-d'Ail, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cap-d'Ail
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- 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.
- 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
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Avenue Prince Rainier III.
- Eden Plage
- La Pinede
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free
- Hotel Miramar
- Riviera Marriott Hotel La Porte de Monaco
- Hotel Normandy
- 10 places, covered
- Free
- Bus: Line 100
- Train: TER services to Monaco and Nice
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