How much is the train ticket from Lyon to Paris?

The cheapest train tickets from Lyon to Paris start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lyon to Paris?

The average train ride duration from Lyon to Paris is 1h 58m, covering a distance of 243 miles (391 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which train operators service the Lyon to Paris route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Trenitalia , TGV inOui , SNCF - TER .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lyon to Paris?

The earliest train departs from Lyon to Paris at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:38pm.

What is the best train operator from Lyon to Paris?

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 Lyon to Paris?

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Lyon to Paris?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Lyon to Paris?

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 Lyon to Paris from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Lyon to Paris on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	Cheapest
Train	4:51pm	Lyon-St Exupéry (TGV)	1h 55m	6:46pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Paris on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	Cheapest
Train	4:51pm	Lyon-St Exupéry (TGV)	1h 55m	6:46pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Paris on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	Cheapest
Train	4:51pm	Lyon-St Exupéry (TGV)	1h 55m	6:46pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Paris on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:51pm	Lyon-St Exupéry (TGV)	1h 55m	6:46pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	Cheapest
Train	4:51pm	Lyon-St Exupéry (TGV)	1h 55m	6:46pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Paris on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	Cheapest
Train	4:51pm	Lyon-St Exupéry (TGV)	1h 55m	6:46pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	Fastest
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	9:56am	Lyon Part-Dieu	2h 8m	12:04pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	9:56am	Lyon Part-Dieu	2h 8m	12:04pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Paris on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:34pm	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	6:30pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	Cheapest
Train	4:51pm	Lyon-St Exupéry (TGV)	1h 55m	6:46pm	Paris Gare de Lyon	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	7:00am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 58m	8:58am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags
Train	8:50am	Lyon Part-Dieu	1h 56m	10:46am	Paris Gare de Lyon	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Paris

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Paris. The journey takes about 1 hour 58 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 58mAverage Duration

243 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $169	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $229	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $84	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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

Lyon

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

A
Paris Gare de Lyon
Paris Gare de Lyon, Place Louis-Armand, 75571 Paris, France
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B
Gare du Nord
95 Rue de Maubeuge, 75010 Paris, France
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C
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
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D
Orly Airport
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E
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
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F
Gare Montparnasse
Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2, 17 Bd de Vaugirard, 75015 Paris, France
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Train Companies

Trenitalia

4/556 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.3

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

SNCF - TER

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Paris by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Lyon to Paris?
The cheapest train tickets from Lyon to Paris start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lyon to Paris?
The average train ride duration from Lyon to Paris is 1h 58m, covering a distance of 243 miles (391 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators service the Lyon to Paris route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Trenitalia, TGV inOui, SNCF - TER.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lyon to Paris?
The earliest train departs from Lyon to Paris at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:38pm.
What is the best train operator from Lyon to Paris?
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 Lyon to Paris?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Lyon to Paris?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Lyon to Paris?
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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/11

$79

01/12

$74

Today

$61

01/14

$61

01/15

$44

01/16

$49

01/17

$44

01/18

$57

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Paris was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $44

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lyon to Paris, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $44 to $119 for a train ticket from Lyon to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2026-01-15.