The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 53 m
Trains on 17 Sept
4
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 4 trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
9:141h52Paris Gare du Nord11:06Lyon Saint Exupery Airport£351One-way0 changes
8:141h52Paris Gare du Nord10:06Lyon Saint Exupery Airport£471One-way0 changes
10:141h55Paris Gare du Nord12:09Lyon Saint Exupery Airport£631One-way0 changes
16:131h54Paris Gare du Nord18:07Lyon Saint Exupery Airport£691One-way0 changes
9:141h52Paris Gare du Nord11:06Lyon Saint Exupery Airport£351One-way0 changes
8:141h52Paris Gare du Nord10:06Lyon Saint Exupery Airport£471One-way0 changes
16:131h54Paris Gare du Nord18:07Lyon Saint Exupery Airport£691One-way0 changes
10:141h55Paris Gare du Nord12:09Lyon Saint Exupery Airport£631One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, while a flight costs an average of £368.
Distance: 407 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£67 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £368 Average Price | £112 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average £67.
A coach is £324 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport costing on average £368.
Other travel options to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 44m.
Coach takes on average 8h 25m.
The journey is about 2h 45m faster (2h 19m by train vs 5h 4m by car) and roughly £44 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£67 vs £112). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:14 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h52 | 10:06 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:14 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h52 | 11:06 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:14 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h55 | 12:09 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:13 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h54 | 18:07 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:14, the last at 18:14. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 8:14 |
Last train 18:14 |
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FAQs: Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 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 Saint Exupery Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Paris Gare du Nord and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Most Paris Gare du Nord to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Gare du Nord and Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Paris Gare du Nord from Paris city centre
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord train station facilities and services
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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