The cheapest and fastest trains from Le Mans to Lyon
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Le Mans to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Lyon will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Le Mans 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 433 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 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 Le Mans to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 433 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£61 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Le Mans to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Le Mans to Lyon trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5332 | On time 07:31 Le Mans station | 2h59 | 10:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
8052 · 6611 | On time 07:48 Le Mans station | 4h08 | 11:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
8864 · 6613 | On time 08:26 Le Mans station | 4h30 | 12:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
5482 · 12526 | On time 08:30 Le Mans station | 4h30 | 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
862512+ 6685 | On time 08:39 Le Mans station | 5h17 | 13:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
5336 | On time 12:31 Le Mans station | 2h59 | 15:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
8874 · 6623 | On time 13:26 Le Mans station | 4h30 | 17:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
5480 · 12536 | On time 14:30 Le Mans station | 4h32 | 19:02 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
8922 · 6669 | On time 15:26 Le Mans station | 3h56 | 19:22 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
5320 | On time 17:30 Le Mans station | 3h00 | 20:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
5338 | On time 17:30 Le Mans station | 3h00 | 20:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Le Mans to Lyon
Trains from Le Mans to Lyon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:47, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 433 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 433 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 02:47 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER from Le Mans to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER trains will get you between Le Mans and Lyon from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Le Mans to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Le Mans 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 Le Mans and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access is available via Rue de la Gare.
- L'Un des Sens
- Le Grenier à Sel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Mercure Le Mans Centre
- Ibis Le Mans Centre
- Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-8 for national services
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several 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
- 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
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