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Library-museum founded from a scholar’s collection, known for manuscripts, art and cabinet displays in a historic learned setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Carpentras is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Carpentras will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Lyon to Carpentras, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.

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Trains from Lyon to Carpentras run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 20:41 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lyon to Carpentras.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Carpentras 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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![]() | 6:06 Lyon | 2h17 | 8:23 Carpentras | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:20 Lyon | 3h03 | 15:23 Carpentras | 0 changesdirect | |
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Library-museum founded from a scholar’s collection, known for manuscripts, art and cabinet displays in a historic learned setting.
Town museum in a grand former bishop’s palace, presenting archaeology, fine art and local history collections in refined interiors.
Art space and museum venue hosting temporary exhibitions and cultural displays inside the Hôtel-Dieu complex in central Carpentras.
Main square lined with historic buildings and cafés, a practical base for exploring the old town and watching daily local life.
Historic quarter around the synagogue, valued for its narrow streets and strong sense of Carpentras’s layered religious history.
Shaded boulevard on the edge of the centre, pleasant for a walk and useful for appreciating the town’s 19th-century urban layout.
Candied cherries and melon from nearby Apt, folded into rich almond cake. A festive Provençal speciality linked to regional fruit growing and pâtisserie.
Dark summer cherries preserved in syrup or liqueur style. Carpentras and the Comtat Venaissin are closely tied to cherry growing and traditional preserves.
A Provençal vegetable stew of courgettes, aubergines, peppers, tomatoes and olive oil. It is a regional staple across Vaucluse in the summer.
Refined Provençal restaurant in central Carpentras, known for seasonal produce and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Traditional restaurant serving Provençal and French cuisine in an old-town setting, suited to a relaxed lunch or dinner.
Well-known brasserie style address for traditional French dishes, generous portions and a lively local atmosphere.
Moderate for Provence. Hotels and dining cost less than Nice or Avignon; local buses are cheap, but summer stays and market-area restaurants raise costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Carpentras 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 Carpentras, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Carpentras trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Carpentras station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Carpentras 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.
Carpentras 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: La Perle d'Asie, Le Galusha
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Carpentras. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Carpentras.
Available at Carpentras: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carpentras: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carpentras: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Le Comtadin, Hotel du Fiacre, Safari Hotel Restaurant Hibiscus.
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