The cheapest and fastest trains from Alès to Lyon
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alès to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alès to Lyon will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 3 trains that leave Alès for Lyon every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Alès to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alès to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 189 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£48 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alès to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Alès to Lyon trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:36 Alès | 3h14 | 17:50 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 November | |||||
![]() | 07:30 Alès | 5h10 | 12:40 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Alès to Lyon by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alès to Lyon
Trains from Alès to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 19:31 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER, SNCF from Alès to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Alès and Lyon from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Alès to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alès to Lyon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alès and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 near the station.
- Le Coq Hardi
- La Table d'Alexandre
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Centr'Alès
- Hotel Durand
- Located in the main hall
- 400 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: TER Occitanie
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
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