- 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
$36
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Toulon to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulon to Lyon will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 13 trains that leave Toulon for Lyon on Wed, Jun 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
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881458Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toulon to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. 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 $17, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$64 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg 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 Toulon to Lyon:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulon to Lyon costing on average $64 (€52).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 16m.
The journey is about 19m faster (3h 26m by train vs 3h 45m by car) and roughly $58 (€47) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($64 (€52) vs $122 (€99)). 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 | TGV INOUI.
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 Toulon to Lyon trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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881410+ 5376 | 6:24 AM Toulon station | 2h56 | 9:20 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
881414+ 9583 | 6:54 AM Toulon station | 3h00 | 9:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
5516 | 8:50 AM Toulon station | 2h38 | 11:28 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
881612+ 6850 | 8:58 AM Toulon station | 3h12 | 12:10 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
17478+ 5386 | 1:19 PM Toulon station | 3h04 | 4:23 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
881458+ 9868 | 1:58 PM Toulon station | 2h56 | 4:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
881634+ 9896 | 2:28 PM Toulon station | 3h23 | 5:51 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
881638+ 9882 | 3:58 PM Toulon station | 2h57 | 6:55 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1 transfer | |
17486 · 876566+ 6875 | 5:19 PM Toulon station | 4h19 | 9:38 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 2 transfers | |
6852 | 7:15 PM Toulon station | 2h48 | 10:03 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Toulon to Lyon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 9:18 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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