The cheapest and fastest trains from Genoa to Lyon
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Lyon will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Of the 2 trains that leave Genoa 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 354 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 48 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.
12:446h48Genoa19:32Lyon£751One-way0 changes
11:446h48Genoa18:32Lyon£1031One-way0 changes
12:446h48Genoa19:32Lyon£751One-way0 changes
11:446h48Genoa18:32Lyon£1031One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Genoa to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Genoa 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 7h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £85.
Distance: 354 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£90 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £269 Average Price |
8h 10m Average total duration Fastest 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 17m Average total duration 15h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Genoa to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Lyon trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3019+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 7:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 13h10 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3028+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 11:42 Genoa Piazza Principe | 9h18 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
Intercity 745+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 13:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 7h41 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 or Regionale to find the best option for your trip from Genoa to Lyon.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Genoa to Lyon
Trains from Genoa to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 354 km distance in 6h 48m.
Distance 354 km |
Average train duration 7h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 48m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 22:22 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Regionale from Genoa to Lyon trainsTrenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Regionale trains will get you between Genoa and Lyon from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Regionale
FAQs: Genoa to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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 Genoa and Lyon
Most Genoa to Lyon trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Lyon Part Dieu station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Genoa station do trains to Lyon leave from?
Getting to Genova Piazza Principe from Genoa city centre
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe train station facilities and services
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Getting to Genova Brignole from Genoa city centre
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole train station facilities and services
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Getting to Genova Sampierdarena from Genoa city centre
Genova Sampierdarena is 3 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Sampierdarena train station facilities and services
Genova Sampierdarena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zenzero, Trattoria da Mario
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Sampierdarena. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Sampierdarena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Sampierdarena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Sampierdarena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Sampierdarena: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Galata, Hotel Bellevue, Hotel Helvetia.
Which Lyon station do trains from Genoa arrive at?
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
Lyon Part Dieu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
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