Lyon to Antibes train with ZOU!

Wed 23 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Antibes

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6813+ZOU!17487 · 86065
    13:554h26
    Lyon Part Dieu
    18:21Juan les Pins
    £801One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6813+ZOU!17487
    13:554h22
    Lyon Part Dieu
    18:17Antibes station
    £801One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6813+ZOU!17487 · 881247
    13:554h40
    Lyon Part Dieu
    18:35Biot
    £801One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6805
    8:064h34
    Lyon Part Dieu
    12:40Antibes station
    £831One-way
    0 changes
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6805+ZOU!881135
    8:065h02
    Lyon Part Dieu
    13:08Biot
    £861One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Lyon to Antibes

Omio 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

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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

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30m

Additional time*

4h 45m

Average total duration

2h 45m

Onboard

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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

ZOU!

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Air France

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Antibes is a coach with an average price of £46.

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.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Antibes is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 45m.

Other travel options to Antibes take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 10m.

Coach takes on average 6h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lyon and Antibes including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

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.

Live departures

Lyon to Antibes train times

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.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SNCF | TGV INOUI6801+ZOU!174736:28 Lyon Part Dieu
4h49
11:17 Antibes station1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI6821+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876534+ZOU!174756:40 Lyon Part Dieu
5h34
12:14 Antibes station2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI6805+ZOU!8811358:06 Lyon Part Dieu
5h02
13:08 Biot1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI68058:06 Lyon Part Dieu
4h34
12:40 Antibes station0 changesdirect
SNCF | TGV INOUI6805+ZOU!860378:06 Lyon Part Dieu
4h45
12:51 Juan les Pins1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI5102+ZOU!17479 · 860459:06 Lyon Part Dieu
5h16
14:22 Juan les Pins2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI5102+ZOU!174799:06 Lyon Part Dieu
5h10
14:16 Antibes station1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI5102+ZOU!17479 · 8812319:06 Lyon Part Dieu
5h29
14:35 Biot2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI9810+ZOU!1748110:41 Lyon Part Dieu
4h36
15:17 Antibes station1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI9810+ZOU!17481 · 8604910:41 Lyon Part Dieu
4h39
15:20 Juan les Pins2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI9810+ZOU!17481 · 88123510:41 Lyon Part Dieu
4h55
15:36 Biot2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI5332+ZOU!1748311:40 Lyon Part Dieu
4h37
16:17 Antibes station1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI5332+ZOU!17483 · 88123911:40 Lyon Part Dieu
4h55
16:35 Biot2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI5332+ZOU!17483 · 8605511:40 Lyon Part Dieu
4h41
16:21 Juan les Pins2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI6813+ZOU!17487 · 8606513:55 Lyon Part Dieu
4h26
18:21 Juan les Pins2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI6813+ZOU!1748713:55 Lyon Part Dieu
4h22
18:17 Antibes station1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI6813+ZOU!17487 · 88124713:55 Lyon Part Dieu
4h40
18:35 Biot2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI9826+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187876542+ZOU!1749114:10 Lyon Part Dieu
6h04
20:14 Antibes station2 changes
SNCF | TGV INOUI9830+ZOU!1749517:06 Lyon Part Dieu
5h06
22:12 Antibes station1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI1217718:06 Lyon Part Dieu
4h17
22:23 Antibes station0 changesdirect
SNCF | TGV INOUI553718:06 Lyon Part Dieu
4h17
22:23 Antibes station0 changesdirect
SNCF | TGV INOUI5537+ZOU!88126118:06 Lyon Part Dieu
4h57
23:03 Biot1 change
SNCF | TGV INOUI5537+ZOU!88116618:06 Lyon Part Dieu
4h31
22:37 Juan les Pins1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lyon to Antibes

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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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19

Train companies: ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Lyon to Antibes trainsZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Lyon and Antibes from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SNCF | TGV INOUI

About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£29
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone

SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

About
SNCF TER (Transport Express Régional) is the regional train service operated by France's national railway company, SNCF. It provides low-cost travel within France's regions, connecting towns and areas not served by high-speed trains. Each French region independently manages its own TER network, offering various ticket types, including discount cards and special fares. TER trains are used by over 800,000 passengers daily and are a popular choice for both commuters and tourists exploring France's diverse landscapes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 Duration
6h 8m
Cheapest SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 Price
£74
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at train ends
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar or food trolley service on some routes, vending machines available
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee, included in some first-class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

ZOU!

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ZOU! Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest ZOU! Price
£52
ZOU! frequency
25 a day

Complete guide to Antibes

Things to do in Antibes

Discover the best of Antibes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Antibes trip today.

  • 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.

  • Recommended

Musée d'Archéologie

Archaeology museum in a seventeenth-century fort presenting finds from ancient Antipolis and underwater excavations.

  • Recommended

Musée Peynet et du Dessin humoristique

Museum of local history inside the Bastion Saint-André, with collections on Antibes from prehistory to the modern era.

Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
€10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€25-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Lyon to Antibes train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Lyon to Antibes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £90.
The train journey from Lyon to Antibes covers a distance of 303 km and takes approximately 3h 33m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Lyon to Antibes is 303 km.
The first train from Lyon to Antibes leaves at 5:50.
The last train from Lyon to Antibes departs at 20:10.
Trains from Lyon to Antibes run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lyon to Antibes.
Yes, there is a direct train between Lyon and Antibes. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by SNCF | TGV INOUI.
There is no night train service from Lyon to Antibes.
The train station in Lyon that goes to Antibes is Lyon Part Dieu, and it arrives at Antibes station.
The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Antibes is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Lyon to Antibes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lyon to Antibes offers picturesque views, especially as it approaches the Mediterranean coast, with scenic landscapes and glimpses of charming French countryside along the way.
Yes, you can take the train from Lyon to Antibes.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Antibes

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.

Departure train stations in Lyon
Arrival train stations in Antibes

Which Lyon station do trains to Antibes leave from?

Trains from Lyon to Antibes leave from Lyon Part Dieu. The station is 2 km from Lyon city centre at 5 Place Charles Béraudier, 69003 Lyon, France.
Lyon Part Dieu5 Place Charles Béraudier, 69003 Lyon, France+33 184943635 WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre

Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:

BusX75 · 25m · £3 · every ~1 min

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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