The cheapest and fastest trains from Firminy to Lyon
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Firminy to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Firminy to Lyon will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 12 trains that leave Firminy for Lyon every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
886295
889977 · 886871
889961 · 886843
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889961 · 886843
889955 · 886867
889963 · 886851
889979 · 886855Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Firminy to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Firminy to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 59 km
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£14 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Firminy to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Firminy to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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886267 | On time 08:38 Firminy station | 1h21 | 09:59 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 changesdirect | |
889955 · 886867 | On time 08:53 Firminy station | 1h13 | 10:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Firminy to Lyon
Trains from Firminy to Lyon run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 21:40 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Firminy to Lyon trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Firminy and Lyon from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Firminy to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Firminy 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 Firminy and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station entrance, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Le Firminy
- La Table de Firminy
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel de la Tour
- Hotel Le National
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Saint-Étienne
- 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
- 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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