The cheapest and fastest trains from Gien to Lyon
Cheapest price
£131
Average price
£131
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gien to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gien to Lyon will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £131.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gien for Lyon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 274 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 43 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, coach and flight for Gien to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gien to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £111.
Distance: 274 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£45 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gien to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Gien to Lyon trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:32 Gien | 5h54 | 19:26 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gien to Lyon
Trains from Gien to Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 17:38 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Gien to Lyon trainsSNCF Intercités, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Gien and Lyon from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gien to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gien 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 Gien and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- L'Antre Amis
- Le Petit Bouchon
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Sanotel
- Ibis Styles Gien
- Located in the main hall
- 20 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Bus: Several local lines available
- 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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