- 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
$132
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
7 h 38 m
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Trains per day
23
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 $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
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 prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $92.
Distance: 375 miles (604 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$187 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $455 Average price | $255 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 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 $123 (€99) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon costing on average $187 (€151).
A bus is $390 (€316) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon costing on average $455 (€368).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 57m.
Bus takes on average 11h 50m.
Tickets start at around $187 (€151) compared to roughly $255 (€206) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $67 (€54). The journey takes 8h 57m 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 tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L51 (866400)+ 8404 · 6611 | 4:48 AM Hendaye station | 8h08 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866400)+ 8404 · 6611 | 4:52 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 8h04 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866400)+ 8404 · 6611 | 5:00 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 7h56 | 12:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
8530 · 6615+ F51 (866502) | 6:40 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 8h16 | 2:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
8530 · 6615 | 7:06 AM Hendaye station | 7h50 | 2:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
8530 · 6615 | 7:18 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 7h38 | 2:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
8534 · 6621+ F51 (866506) | 8:55 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 9h05 | 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 | |
8580 · 6687+ D51 (866404) | 10:03 AM Hendaye station | 8h53 | 6:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
8580 · 6687+ D51 (866404) | 10:07 AM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 8h49 | 6:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
8580 · 6687+ D51 (866404) | 10:15 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 8h41 | 6:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
6873+ 14142 | 10:21 AM Hendaye station | 9h29 | 7:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
6873+ 14142 | 10:32 AM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 9h18 | 7:50 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
8540 · 6689+ L53 (867012) | 12:53 PM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 8h03 | 8:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
8540 · 6689 | 1:06 PM Hendaye station | 7h50 | 8:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
8540 · 6689 | 1:18 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 7h38 | 8:56 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866474)+ 8416 · 6633 | 3:00 PM Hendaye station | 8h10 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866474)+ 8416 · 6633 | 3:04 PM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 8h06 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866474)+ 8416 · 6633 | 3:12 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 7h58 | 11:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
F51 (866534)+ 3740+ 6681 | 8:05 PM Hendaye station | 13h51 | 9:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
F51 (866534)+ 3740+ 6681 | 8:09 PM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 13h47 | 9:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
3740+ 6681+ F51 (866534) | 8:17 PM Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 13h39 | 9:56 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) 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 7h 12m.
Distance 375 miles (604 km) |
Average train duration 8h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 12m |
First train 5:46 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
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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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