The cheapest and fastest trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cité de Carcassonne for Lyon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 344 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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 Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 344 km
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£58 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:26 Cité de Carcassonne | 3h10 | 19:36 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:29 Cité de Carcassonne | 3h07 | 19:36 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon
Trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 344 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 344 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 06:17 |
Last train 20:55 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV from Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Cité de Carcassonne and Lyon from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cité de Carcassonne to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue du Maréchal Joffre.
- Restaurant Le Bistro
- La Table de Norbert
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel de la Bastide
- Hotel Astoria
- Hotel Central
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for regional trains
- Hall 3: platform for long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 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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