Train from Nantes to Lyon: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Nantes to Lyon on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SNCF IntercitésTrain
Nantes Train Station
Lyon Part Dieu Train StationNo tags
SNCFTrain
    Nantes Train Station
    Lyon Part Dieu Train StationNo tags
    SNCFTrain
      Nantes Train Station
      Lyon Part Dieu Train StationNo tags
      SNCFTrain
        Nantes Train Station
        Lyon Part Dieu Train StationNo tags
        SNCF IntercitésTrain
        Nantes Train Station
        Lyon Part Dieu Train StationNo tags

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Nantes to Lyon

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        7carpool per day
        7h 10mAverage duration
        517 kmDistance
        22kgCO₂ emissions
        Average price€24 - €219Average duration12h 20m
        13kg CO₂e
        Average price€28 - €232Average duration5h 52m
        12kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        Average price€28 - €94Average duration7h 10m
        22kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nantes to Lyon by train

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much does a train ticket cost from Nantes to Lyon?

          The cheapest train tickets from Nantes to Lyon start from €28. The average price for this train route is around €110. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the train journey from Nantes to Lyon?

          The average train journey time from Nantes to Lyon is 5h 52m, covering a distance of 517 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 46m and is operated by SNCF - TER.

        3. Which train operators serve the Nantes to Lyon route?

          Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from TGV inOui, SNCF Intercités, SNCF - TER.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nantes to Lyon?

          The earliest train from Nantes to Lyon departs at 04:48. And the latest train departs at 14:47.

        5. Which is the best train operator from Nantes to Lyon?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.

        6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nantes to Lyon?

          According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator SNCF Intercités has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

        7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Nantes to Lyon?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

        8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nantes to Lyon?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is SNCF Intercités, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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