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Musée municipal de Brou
The city's principal museum inside the royal monastery, showing decorative arts and fine collections in an exceptional historic setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Bourg-en-Bresse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bourg-en-Bresse will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 11 trains from Lyon to Bourg-en-Bresse, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.
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Trains from Lyon to Bourg-en-Bresse run on average 11 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 38m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 21:43 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lyon to Bourg-en-Bresse.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bourg-en-Bresse trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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17754 | 7:14 Lyon Part Dieu | 0h41 | 7:55 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
895802 | 7:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0h47 | 8:17 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
895804 | 9:42 Lyon Part Dieu | 0h39 | 10:21 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
889473 | 12:12 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h00 | 13:12 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
886827+ 30030 | 14:12 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h33 | 15:45 Bourg-en-Bresse | 1 change | |
889479 | 15:12 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h00 | 16:12 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
889481 | 16:12 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h00 | 17:12 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
895810 | 16:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0h47 | 17:17 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
895918 | 17:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0h47 | 18:17 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
889485 | 18:12 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h00 | 19:12 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
895814 | 18:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0h47 | 19:17 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
886460 | 20:42 Lyon Part Dieu | 0h45 | 21:27 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 0 changesdirect | |
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The city's principal museum inside the royal monastery, showing decorative arts and fine collections in an exceptional historic setting.
Museum dedicated to local resistance and deportation history, offering a focused and moving introduction to regional wartime experiences.
Contemporary exhibition venue presenting changing art displays and cultural programming in a central urban setting.
A broad tree-lined promenade ideal for a gentle walk, with greenery, city views and easy access to nearby cultural sites.
A landscaped leisure park on the edge of town with paths, water features and open space popular for relaxed walks and outdoor time.
The city's main square, framed by shops and civic buildings, and a practical place to pause during a walk through the centre.
Bresse chicken with cream and morels, a classic from the Bresse area prized for its richly flavoured poultry and luxurious regional sauce.
Creamy sauce of Bresse cream and white wine, often served with chicken, fish or quenelles; it reflects the dairy-rich cooking of Bresse.
Soft pike dumplings in a creamy Nantua crayfish sauce, a regional speciality from nearby Nantua commonly found in Bourg-en-Bresse.
Refined dining venue in the Monastère Royal de Brou area, offering polished French cuisine in an elegant setting.
Traditional Bressan restaurant known for regional classics such as poultry in cream sauce, served in a warm, old-town setting.
Casual, well-regarded brasserie for French regional cooking, with a central location and a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Lyon or Paris, while local transport and everyday cafés remain fairly priced for visitors.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bourg-en-Bresse 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 Bourg-en-Bresse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Bourg-en-Bresse trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Bourg-en-Bresse station pair, with some services arriving at Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Bourg-en-Bresse 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.
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière.
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.
Bourg-en-Bresse is 1 km from Bourg-en-Bresse city centre. Public transport options include:
Bourg-en-Bresse 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 options include: Restaurant Le Bressan, L'Accent
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bourg-en-Bresse. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bourg-en-Bresse. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Bourg-en-Bresse, Hôtel Le Griffon d'Or, Best Western Hôtel de France.
Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Bourg-en-Bresse city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière.
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