How to travel from Nevers to Lyon

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Compare train and bus for Nevers to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nevers to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $58.

Distance: 117 miles (189 km)

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$58

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$24

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$52

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3h 32m

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3h 2m

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4h 45m

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4h 15m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Nevers to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $24.

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

A bus is $34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nevers to Lyon costing on average $58.

The fastest way to travel from Nevers to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nevers and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nevers to Lyon 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 $58 compared to roughly $52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.17. The journey takes 3h 2m versus 3h 0m 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 Nevers to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:50 PM4h15
    Nevers, Rue de Charleville
    6:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:50 PM4h15
    Nevers, Rue de Charleville
    6:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | Intercités4406
    6:50 PM2h36
    Nevers station
    9:26 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $511One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER893903
    5:29 AM3h14
    Nevers station
    8:43 AMGare de Lyon-Vaise
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER16843
    3:14 PM2h38
    Nevers station
    5:52 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER875504 · 875710
    12:37 PM3h49
    Nevers station
    4:26 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $251One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Nevers to Lyon

Travel to Lyon 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 Nevers to Lyon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nevers and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nevers to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $24.

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

A bus is $34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nevers to Lyon costing on average $58.

The fastest way to travel from Nevers to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 45m.

The distance from Nevers to Lyon is approximately 117 miles (189 km).
The average frequency per day from Nevers to Lyon is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nevers and Lyon 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 Nevers to Lyon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nevers station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nevers, Rue de Charleville and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nevers to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nevers to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 4 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Omio customers who travel from Nevers to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lyon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.
For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.

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