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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Lyon
Cheapest price
£156
Average price
£177
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Lyon will cost around £177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £156.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bordeaux for Lyon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 436 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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 coach, train and flight for Bordeaux to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 436 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£142 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £122 Average Price |
7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Lyon trains for today, Saturday 3 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8502 · 6613 | On time 07:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h10 | 12:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| 12254 · 6617 | On time 09:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h09 | 14:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| Sunday 4 January | |||||
| 05:44 Bordeaux | 5h12 | 10:56 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Lyon
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Trains from Bordeaux to Lyon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 436 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 436 km |
Average train duration 6h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF from Bordeaux to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF trains will get you between Bordeaux and Lyon from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux and Lyon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
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