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Musée des Confluences
A major science and anthropology museum in a striking contemporary building at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône. One of Lyon’s signature cultural sites with strong temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Rambert-d'Albon 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-Rambert-d'Albon to Lyon will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Saint-Rambert-d'Albon for Lyon on Tue, Jun 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest trains will take 43 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-Rambert-d'Albon to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Rambert-d'Albon to Lyon:
A train is $0.12 (€0.10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Saint-Rambert-d'Albon to Lyon costing on average $18 (€14).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
The journey is about 9m faster (42m by train vs 51m by car) and roughly $0.09 (€0.07) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $18 (€14)). 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, TER, 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-Rambert-d'Albon to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:57 AM Saint-Rambert-d'Albon | 0h43 | 8:40 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Saint-Rambert-d'Albon | 0h43 | 9:40 AM Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Saint-Rambert-d'Albon to Lyon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 43m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Moderate for France: bakeries and bouchons are fair value, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Leaving small change or 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis.
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