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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 15
€148
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€198
Fastest journey on Sep 15
7 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
7 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 15
21
Distance
604 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon will cost around €198 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €148.
It's difficult to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon without transferring at least once.
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8404 · 6611Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €76, while a flight costs an average of €443.
Distance: 375 miles (604 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€188 Average price | €76 Average price Cheapest | €443 Average price | €208 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon:
A bus is €112 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon costing on average €188.
A bus is €367 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon costing on average €443.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 59m.
Bus takes on average 12h 26m.
Tickets start at around €188 compared to roughly €208 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €20. The journey takes 7h 59m versus 7h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8540 · 6689+ L53 (867012) | Delayed 11:17 AM 12:53 PMLes Deux-Jumeaux | 8h03 | 8:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
8540 · 6689 | On time 1:05 PM Hendaye station | 7h51 | 8:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
8540 · 6689 | On time 1:17 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 7h39 | 8:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866474)+ 8416 · 6633 | 2:57 PM Hendaye station | 8h38 | 11:35 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 2 transfers | |
8416 · 6633+ L51 (866474) | 3:02 PM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 8h33 | 11:35 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 2 transfers | |
8416 · 6633+ L51 (866474) | 3:10 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 8h25 | 11:35 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 2 transfers | |
F51 (866534)+ 3740+ 6681 | On time 8:05 PM Hendaye station | 13h51 | 9:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
F51 (866534)+ 3740+ 6681 | On time 8:09 PM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 13h47 | 9:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
F51 (866534)+ 3740+ 6681 | On time 8:17 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 13h39 | 9:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
L51 (866400)+ 8404 · 6611 | 4:44 AM Hendaye station | 8h12 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866400)+ 8404 · 6611 | 4:48 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 8h08 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866400)+ 8404 · 6611 | 4:56 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 8h00 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
F51 (866502)+ 8530 · 6615 | 6:40 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 8h16 | 2:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
8530 · 6615 | 7:02 AM Hendaye station | 7h54 | 2:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
8530 · 6615 | 7:15 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 7h41 | 2:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
F51 (866506)+ 8534 · 6621 | 8:56 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 9h04 | 6:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
8534 · 6621 | 9:33 AM Hendaye station | 8h27 | 6:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
8534 · 6621 | 9:45 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 8h15 | 6:00 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €65 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 375 miles (604 km) distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 375 miles (604 km) |
Average train duration 7h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €65 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 5:46 AM |
Last train 9:57 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.
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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 Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon trains use the Hendaye to Lyon Part Dieu station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon-Perrache. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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