- Must visit
Musée Picasso
Museum in Château Grimaldi where Picasso worked in 1946, displaying his art and works by modern artists in a dramatic seafront setting.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£80
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£93
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
4 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 23 m
Trains on 23 Sept
23
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Antibes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Antibes will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 23 trains from Lyon to Antibes, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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.
6813+
17487 · 86065
6813+
17487
6813+
17487 · 881247
6805
6805+
881135
12177
5537
6813+
17487
6813+
17487 · 86065
5537+
881166Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Antibes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £247.
Distance: 303 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£90 Average Price | £247 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Antibes:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Antibes costing on average £90.
A coach is £200 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Antibes costing on average £247.
Other travel options to Antibes take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 10m.
Coach takes on average 6h 42m.
The journey is about 39m faster (4h 10m by train vs 4h 49m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£90 vs £110). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Antibes trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6801+ 17473 | 6:28 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h49 | 11:17 Antibes station | 1 change | |
6821+ 876534+ 17475 | 6:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h34 | 12:14 Antibes station | 2 changes | |
6805+ 881135 | 8:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h02 | 13:08 Biot | 1 change | |
6805 | 8:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h34 | 12:40 Antibes station | 0 changesdirect | |
6805+ 86037 | 8:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h45 | 12:51 Juan les Pins | 1 change | |
5102+ 17479 · 86045 | 9:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h16 | 14:22 Juan les Pins | 2 changes | |
5102+ 17479 | 9:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h10 | 14:16 Antibes station | 1 change | |
5102+ 17479 · 881231 | 9:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h29 | 14:35 Biot | 2 changes | |
9810+ 17481 | 10:41 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h36 | 15:17 Antibes station | 1 change | |
9810+ 17481 · 86049 | 10:41 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h39 | 15:20 Juan les Pins | 2 changes | |
9810+ 17481 · 881235 | 10:41 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h55 | 15:36 Biot | 2 changes | |
5332+ 17483 | 11:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h37 | 16:17 Antibes station | 1 change | |
5332+ 17483 · 881239 | 11:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h55 | 16:35 Biot | 2 changes | |
5332+ 17483 · 86055 | 11:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h41 | 16:21 Juan les Pins | 2 changes | |
6813+ 17487 · 86065 | 13:55 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h26 | 18:21 Juan les Pins | 2 changes | |
6813+ 17487 | 13:55 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h22 | 18:17 Antibes station | 1 change | |
6813+ 17487 · 881247 | 13:55 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h40 | 18:35 Biot | 2 changes | |
9826+ 876542+ 17491 | 14:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h04 | 20:14 Antibes station | 2 changes | |
9830+ 17495 | 17:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h06 | 22:12 Antibes station | 1 change | |
12177 | 18:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h17 | 22:23 Antibes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5537 | 18:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h17 | 22:23 Antibes station | 0 changesdirect | |
5537+ 881261 | 18:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h57 | 23:03 Biot | 1 change | |
5537+ 881166 | 18:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 4h31 | 22:37 Juan les Pins | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Lyon to Antibes run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 20:10 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Antibes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Antibes trip today.
Museum in Château Grimaldi where Picasso worked in 1946, displaying his art and works by modern artists in a dramatic seafront setting.
Archaeology museum in a seventeenth-century fort presenting finds from ancient Antipolis and underwater excavations.
Museum of local history inside the Bastion Saint-André, with collections on Antibes from prehistory to the modern era.
Covered Provençal market in the heart of the old town, lively for local produce, flowers, crafts and daily atmosphere.
Coastal walkway along the Cap d'Antibes, known for dramatic cliffs, sea views and access to rocky coves.
Lively square beside the market, lined with historic buildings and often animated by local events and evening strolls.
A Provençal fish stew from the Antibes coast, made with local Mediterranean fish, shellfish, tomatoes and saffron. A classic seaside speciality.
A Niçoise chickpea flatbread baked in a wood-fired oven with olive oil and pepper. Popular across Antibes and the Riviera as a traditional street food.
A vegetable stew of tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines, peppers and olive oil. It reflects the produce and flavours of Provence.
Well-known restaurant near the port specialising in seafood, shellfish and Mediterranean plates with a smart but welcoming feel.
Elegant seafood restaurant by Port Vauban, known for refined Mediterranean cooking and a polished waterfront setting.
Lively old-town spot serving Provençal dishes, grilled fish and regional classics in a relaxed bistro atmosphere.
Antibes is pricier than many French seaside towns, with higher hotel and dining costs in summer, though local buses and simple meals stay fairly manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
Official public transport app
Gare d'Antibes -> Pôle d’Échanges Antibes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Antibes 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 Antibes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Antibes trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Antibes station pair, with some services arriving at Juan-Les-Pins. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Antibes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
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 storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Antibes is 2 km from Antibes city centre. Public transport options include:
Antibes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Casa Azul Antibes, Le Figuier de Saint-Esprit
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Antibes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antibes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antibes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antibes: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antibes: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, La Villa Cap d'Antibes, Royal Antibes.
Juan-Les-Pins is 1 km from Antibes city centre. Public transport options include:
Juan-Les-Pins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Perroquet, La Plage
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Juan-Les-Pins. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Juan-Les-Pins.
Available at Juan-Les-Pins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Juan-Les-Pins: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Juan-Les-Pins: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Juana, Hôtel Belles Rives, AC Hotel by Marriott Ambassadeur Antibes- Juan les Pins.
Biot is 5 km from Antibes city centre. Public transport options include:
Biot has practical services for this route, including Dining.
Food and drink options are available at Biot.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need