- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Raphaël 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-Raphaël to Lyon will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
It's difficult to get from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon without transferring at least once.
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17478Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$80 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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-Raphaël to Lyon:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon costing on average $80 (€66).
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon costing on average $97 (€80).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (3h 36m by train vs 4h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $80 (€66) compared to roughly $60 (€49) 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 SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Raphaël to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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881214+ 6174+ 9752 | 10:44 AM Boulouris-sur-Mer | 4h44 | 3:28 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
881218 · 17478+ 5386 | 11:44 AM Boulouris-sur-Mer | 4h38 | 4:22 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
17478+ 5386 | 12:24 PM Saint-Raphaël - Valescure | 3h58 | 4:22 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
17480+ 9896 | 1:24 PM Saint-Raphaël - Valescure | 4h27 | 5:51 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
17488+ 6852 | 5:13 PM Saint-Raphaël - Valescure | 4h50 | 10:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
881242+ 6180 · 6852 | 5:41 PM Boulouris-sur-Mer | 4h22 | 10:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
881242+ 6180 · 6852 | 5:46 PM Saint-Raphaël - Valescure | 4h17 | 10:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon trip today.
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Excellent museum on Roman Lyon with mosaics, inscriptions, and artifacts beside the ancient theaters on Fourvière hill.
Striking science and society museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, famous for immersive displays and architecture.
The city's atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, courtyards, and a strong UNESCO heritage feel.
One of Europe's largest open squares and a key central meeting point in Lyon's Presqu'île.
Large urban park with lake, botanical spaces, greenhouses, and broad paths for walking and relaxing.
Light dumplings traditionally made with pike and baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce, a classic specialty of Lyonnais cuisine.
A warm salad of frisee lettuce, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, emblematic of Lyon's hearty bouchon cooking.
Pork sausage baked inside a soft brioche loaf, a festive and traditional Lyonnais dish often served in bouchons.
An iconic fine-dining restaurant with deep Lyon culinary heritage, serving elegant cuisine in a prestigious setting.
A respected modern bouchon offering refined takes on Lyonnais classics in a warm and polished setting.
A historic bouchon known for classic Lyonnais dishes, convivial service, and a traditional, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards: bakeries and lunch deals are good value, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
Service is included by law. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small change is fine in cafés and bars.
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Lyon Part-Dieu -> Bellecour, Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Raphaël to Lyon 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Raphaël to Lyon trains use the Saint-Raphaël - Valescure to Lyon Part Dieu station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon-Perrache. Use this guide to compare Saint-Raphaël and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saint-Raphaël - Valescure has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 09:10 - 16:30, Sun: 12:10 - 17:30. Information desks are located inside the ticket office: when entering the hall of the station, turn left.
Available at Saint-Raphaël - Valescure: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Raphaël - Valescure: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Raphaël - Valescure: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Nearby hotels include Hotel le 21, Le Nouvel Hotel, Hotel Continental.
Boulouris-sur-Mer is 2 km from Saint-Raphaël city centre. Public transport options include:
Boulouris-sur-Mer has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Boulouris-sur-Mer.
Ticket office support is available at Boulouris-sur-Mer.
Available at Boulouris-sur-Mer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Boulouris-sur-Mer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boulouris-sur-Mer.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Les Roches Rouges, Hotel de Flore, Hotel Continental.
Agay is 6 km from Saint-Raphaël city centre. Public transport options include:
Agay has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: La Favouille - Plage de la Baumette, Happy Days Restaurant
Ticket office support is available at Agay. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Agay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Agay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Agay: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Plage, Le Relais d'Agay, Hôtel Les Roches Rouges.
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.
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.
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