How to travel from Lyon to Le Mans

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Compare train and bus for Lyon to Le Mans

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Le Mans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €40.

Distance: 269 miles (433 km)

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€83

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€40

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€143

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3h 55m

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3h 25m

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8h 37m

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8h 7m

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5h 44m

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of €40.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Le Mans:

A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Le Mans costing on average €83.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Le Mans including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Le Mans among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Le Mans

Travel to Le Mans easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lyon to Le Mans.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lyon and Le Mans including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of €40.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Le Mans:

A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Le Mans costing on average €83.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 7m.

The distance from Lyon to Le Mans is approximately 269 miles (433 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Le Mans is:
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Le Mans as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Le Mans:
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and arrive in Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Le Mans station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Le Mans, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Le Mans by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Le Mans by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Le Mans with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 3 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Le Mans often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nantes, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Angers, Rennes. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Mans and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Mans to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Mans, you can attend the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours endurance car race at the Circuit de la Sarthe, explore vibrant local markets for fresh produce and regional specialties, and enjoy performances at the Théâtre des Quinconces. Take a scenic walk along the Sarthe River or visit the Arche de la Nature for hiking and wildlife. Key sights include the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-Julien, the medieval Cité Plantagenêt, the Musée des 24 Heures du Mans with its classic car exhibits, the serene Jardin des Plantes du Mans, and the historic Abbaye de l'Épau.
For a visit to Le Mans, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the historic old town, the famous Le Mans Cathedral, and the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans racetrack.

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