How much is the train ticket from Nantes to Lyon?

The cheapest train tickets from Nantes to Lyon start from R 558. The average price for this train route is around R 2 175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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 quickest train can get you there in 4h 46m and is operated by SNCF - TER .

Which train operators serve the Nantes to Lyon route?

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

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.

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.

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

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

Which train operator offers 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.

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.

Train Nantes to Lyon from R 558 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Nantes to Lyon on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:08	Nantes Train Station	5h 52m	20:00	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	14:47	Nantes Train Station	6h 39m	21:26	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	15:04	Nantes Train Station	5h 18m	20:22	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	17:04	Nantes Train Station	4h 26m	21:30	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	17:40	Nantes Train Station	5h 28m	23:08	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No 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 R 505, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

7h 10mAverage duration

517 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 497 - R 3 173	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 558 - R 4 621	Average duration5h 52m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 505 - R 1 912	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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

Nantes

A
2 route de Paris
2 route de Paris , 44000 Nantes, France
B
1 Rue du Ranzay
1 Rue du Ranzay, 44300 Nantes, France
C
Gare SNCF Nantes
27 Boulevard de Stalingrad, 44000 Nantes, France

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

SNCF Intercités

3.5/512 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

SNCF - TER

FR train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Nantes to Lyon?
The cheapest train tickets from Nantes to Lyon start from R 558. The average price for this train route is around R 2 175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 quickest train can get you there in 4h 46m and is operated by SNCF - TER.
Which train operators serve the Nantes to Lyon route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from TGV inOui, SNCF Intercités, SNCF - TER.
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.
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nantes to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator SNCF Intercités has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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.
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.