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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$21
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$21
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Amour to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Amour to Lyon will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Saint-Amour to Lyon, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Amour to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 10m faster (1h 11m by train vs 1h 21m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($21 (€17) vs $31 (€25)). 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 TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, 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 Saint-Amour to Lyon trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:24 AM Saint-Amour | 1h06 | 8:30 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Saint-Amour to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
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Major fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections from antiquity to modern art. A core cultural stop in Lyon.
Museum of cinema miniatures and film props in Vieux Lyon. Popular for detailed sets, special-effects history, and family-friendly exhibits.
Excellent free natural history and ethnography museum with fossils, animals, and global cultures. A strong local favorite, especially for families.
Renaissance quarter with cobbled lanes, traboules, courtyards, and major monuments. Essential for atmosphere, history, and walking exploration.
Central peninsula between the Rhône and Saône, packed with elegant streets, squares, shopping, and many of Lyon’s classic city views.
Historic silk-workers’ hill district with stairways, murals, markets, and hidden passageways. Great for local character and city panoramas.
Pike dumplings in a rich crayfish sauce. A Lyon classic from traditional bouchons, prized for its delicate fish texture and luxurious sauce.
Crisp salad of frisée, bacon lardons, croutons, and a poached egg. A staple Lyonnaise bistro dish that reflects the city's hearty cooking style.
Slow-cooked onions with vinegar, often served warm or chilled. This old Lyonnais side dish is traditional in bouchons and pairs well with charcuterie.
Refined dining by Paul Bocuse, known for polished French cuisine and iconic Lyon dishes in an elegant, historic dining room.
Well-known traditional bouchon in Vieux Lyon, praised for generous Lyonnais specialties and a lively old-city atmosphere.
Historic bouchon near Place Bellecour serving quenelles, salade lyonnaise, and classic regional fare in a warm traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while public transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Saint-Amour to Lyon trains use the St-Amour to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Amour and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St-Amour has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St-Amour.
Available at St-Amour: Parking, WC.
Available at St-Amour: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Amour.
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
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 storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
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