How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to Lyon?

The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Lyon start from R 855. The average price for this train route is around R 1 581. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Lyon?

The average train journey time from Barcelona to Lyon is 5h 1m, covering a distance of 535 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 1m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Lyon route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from TGV inOui , Renfe .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Lyon?

The earliest train from Barcelona to Lyon departs at 08:19. And the latest train departs at 16:25.

Which is the best train operator from Barcelona 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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Lyon?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Barcelona 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.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Barcelona to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV inOui , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Train Barcelona to Lyon from R 855

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Barcelona to Lyon on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:28	Barcelona Sants	5h 51m	15:19	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	16:25	Barcelona Sants	5h 29m	21:54	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	09:28	Barcelona Sants	6h 22m	15:50	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	16:25	Barcelona Sants	5h 11m	21:36	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	08:19	Barcelona-Sants	5h 1m	13:20	Lyon Part-Dieu	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Lyon

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 855, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 1mAverage duration

535 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 336 - R 3 053	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 855 - R 2 263	Average duration5h 1m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 575 - R 1 349	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and Lyon?

Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain
E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain
F
Barcelona Clot-Arago
C-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Lyon

A
Lyon Part-Dieu
Gare Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle, 69003 Lyon, France
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon Airport

Train Companies

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

Renfe

4/5944 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3

FR train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Lyon by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to Lyon?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Lyon start from R 855. The average price for this train route is around R 1 581. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Lyon?
The average train journey time from Barcelona to Lyon is 5h 1m, covering a distance of 535 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 1m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Lyon route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from TGV inOui, Renfe.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Lyon?
The earliest train from Barcelona to Lyon departs at 08:19. And the latest train departs at 16:25.
Which is the best train operator from Barcelona 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Barcelona 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Barcelona to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV inOui, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.