How to travel from Lyon to Lourdes

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Compare train and bus for Lyon to Lourdes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Lourdes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $73 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, while a train costs an average of $134.

Distance: 303 miles (488 km)

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$134

Average price

$73

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$207

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8h 54m

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8h 24m

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30m

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10h 43m

Average total duration

10h 13m

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6h 51m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Lourdes is a bus with an average price of $73 (€60).

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Lourdes:

A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Lourdes costing on average $134 (€110).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Lourdes is by train with an average journey time of 8h 54m.

Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Lourdes including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Lourdes among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $134 (€110) compared to roughly $207 (€169) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $73 (€60). The journey takes 8h 24m versus 6h 51m 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.

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from Lyon to Lourdes

How to get from Lyon to Lourdes by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Lyon to Lourdes is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF | Intercités de nuit3731+SNCF | TGV INOUI6630
    7:04 PM14h16
    Lyon Part Dieu
    9:20 AMLourdes station
    $1081One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SNCF | Intercités de nuit3731+SNCF | TGV INOUI6630
    7:04 PM14h16
    Lyon Part Dieu
    9:20 AMLourdes station
    $1081One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6823+SNCF | Intercités14155
    12:10 PM6h11
    Lyon Part Dieu
    6:21 PMLourdes station
    $1121One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités4764+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187872739+SNCF | TGV INOUI9826
    2:10 PM7h24
    Lyon Part Dieu
    9:34 PMLourdes station
    $1141One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | Intercités4760+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187872735+SNCF | TGV INOUI5300
    9:40 AM7h51
    Lyon Part Dieu
    5:31 PMLourdes station
    $1261One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6622 · 8593
    3:04 PM7h54
    Lyon Part Dieu
    10:58 PMLourdes station
    $1561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Lourdes

Travel to Lourdes 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 Lourdes.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lyon and Lourdes including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Lourdes is a bus with an average price of $73 (€60).

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Lourdes:

A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Lourdes costing on average $134 (€110).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Lourdes is by train with an average journey time of 8h 54m.

Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 43m.

The distance from Lyon to Lourdes is approximately 303 miles (488 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Lourdes is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Lourdes 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 Lourdes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Lourdes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Lourdes, Gare SNCF.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Lourdes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Lourdes by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités, Renfe Viajeros to go to Lourdes by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Lourdes:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Lourdes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Toulouse, Barcelona, London, Bordeaux. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lourdes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lourdes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lourdes, you can visit the Musée de Lourdes to learn about the history of the pilgrimage destination, explore local markets for regional products and souvenirs, and attend a candlelight procession at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Other notable sites include the House of St. Bernadette, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes with the Grotto of Massabielle, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the Château Fort de Lourdes with its panoramic views. For outdoor enthusiasts, a leisurely walk along the Gave de Pau river or a funicular ride to Pic du Jer for hiking and scenic vistas are recommended.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Lourdes allows visitors to explore the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, attend a candlelight procession, visit the Grotto, and explore nearby attractions such as the Pic du Jer and the Pyrenees.

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