How to travel from Lyon to Nancy

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Compare train and bus for Lyon to Nancy

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Nancy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. 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 $25, and a train costs an average of $34.

Distance: 212 miles (342 km)

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$66

Average price

$37

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Cheapest

$126

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 52m

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4h 22m

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5h 35m

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5h 5m

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0.3 - 0.9kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Nancy is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

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

A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Nancy costing on average $66 (€53).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Nancy is by train with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Nancy take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 5m.

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

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from Lyon to Nancy

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 AM6h00
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    4:30 PMNancy, Parking Ile de Corse
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 AM6h00
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    4:30 PMNancy, Parking Ile de Corse
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | Intercités4300
    7:04 AM4h22
    Lyon Part Dieu
    11:26 AMNancy Ville
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5516
    11:38 AM5h24
    Lyon Part Dieu
    5:02 PMNancy Ville
    $771One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12182+TER836399
    6:00 PM4h30
    Lyon Part Dieu
    10:30 PMNancy Ville
    $1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9898+TER836397
    8:32 AM5h04
    Lyon Part Dieu
    1:36 PMNancy Ville
    $1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:55 PM5h40
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    12:35 AMNancy, Parking Ile de Corse
    $501One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    2:10 AM4h40
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    6:50 AMNancy
    $501One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:20 AM5h05
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    7:25 AMNancy, Parking Ile de Corse
    $981One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Nancy

Travel to Nancy 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 Nancy.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lyon and Nancy including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Nancy is a bus with an average price of $37 (€30).

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

A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Nancy costing on average $66 (€53).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Nancy is by train with an average journey time of 4h 22m.

Other travel options to Nancy take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 5m.

The distance from Lyon to Nancy is approximately 212 miles (342 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Nancy is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Nancy 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 Nancy:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Nancy Ville.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Nancy, Parking Ile de Corse.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Nancy, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF | Autocar to go to Nancy by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Nancy by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Nancy with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Nancy often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Strasbourg, Luxembourg, Metz, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nancy and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nancy to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Nancy, allowing time to visit its renowned Place Stanislas, museums, and Art Nouveau architecture.

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