How much is the train ticket from Nice to Lyon?

The cheapest train tickets from Nice to Lyon start from R 700. The average price for this train route is around R 1 860. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nice to Lyon?

The average train journey time from Nice to Lyon is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 29m and is operated by TGV inOui .

Which train operators serve the Nice to Lyon route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Nice to Lyon departs at 06:57. And the latest train departs at 19:00.

Train Nice to Lyon from R 700

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Nice to Lyon on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:59	Gare de Nice-Ville	4h 55m	16:54	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	19:00	Gare de Nice-Ville	14h 22m	09:22	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	06:57	Gare de Nice-Ville	4h 29m	11:26	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	15:12	Gare de Nice-Ville	4h 50m	20:02	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags
Train	16:58	Gare de Nice-Ville	5h	21:58	Lyon Part Dieu Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Nice 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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 401, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

298 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 374 - R 2 565	Average duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 700 - R 7 637	Average duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 401 - R 1 338	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

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

Nice

A
Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur
14 Avenue des Diables Bleus, 06300 Nice, France
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B
Nice Saint-Augustin
Nice Saint-Augustin, 25 Rte de Grenoble, 06200 Nice, 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

Based on 53 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. TGV inOui ticket prices on this trip start at R 700

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nice 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 Nice to Lyon?
The cheapest train tickets from Nice to Lyon start from R 700. The average price for this train route is around R 1 860. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nice to Lyon?
The average train journey time from Nice to Lyon is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 29m and is operated by TGV inOui.
Which train operators serve the Nice to Lyon route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nice to Lyon?
The earliest train from Nice to Lyon departs at 06:57. And the latest train departs at 19:00.