How to travel from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon

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Compare bus and train for Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 17 miles (28 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €6.

This is compared to other travel options from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon:

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon costing on average €8.

The fastest way to travel from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Villefranche-sur-Saône and Lyon including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 8m faster (25m by train vs 33m by car) and roughly €0.15 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€8 vs €8). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon

How to get from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • SNCF | Autocar30893
    5:30 AM0h40
    Villefranche-sur-Saône station
    6:10 AMLyon
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SNCF | Autocar30893
    5:30 AM0h40
    Villefranche-sur-Saône station
    6:10 AMLyon
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TER886011
    8:06 AM0h21
    Villefranche-sur-Saône station
    8:27 AMGare de Lyon-Vaise
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER886141
    5:06 PM0h21
    Villefranche-sur-Saône station
    5:27 PMGare de Lyon-Vaise
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER886133
    6:06 PM0h21
    Villefranche-sur-Saône station
    6:27 PMGare de Lyon-Vaise
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER886015
    9:06 AM0h21
    Villefranche-sur-Saône station
    9:27 AMGare de Lyon-Vaise
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | Autocar30891
    5:35 AM0h40
    Villefranche-sur-Saône station
    6:15 AMLyon
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | Autocar30899
    5:05 AM1h00
    Villefranche-sur-Saône station
    6:05 AMGare de Lyon-Perrache
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Villefranche-sur-Saône 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 Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Villefranche-sur-Saône and Lyon including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €6.

This is compared to other travel options from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon:

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon costing on average €8.

The fastest way to travel from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 10m.

The distance from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is approximately 17 miles (28 km).
The average frequency per day from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Villefranche-sur-Saône station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Villefranche-sur-Saône to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 16 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
  • 1 direct buses per day with SNCF | Autocar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Villefranche-sur-Saône 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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