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Musée de la Tour de Crest
Small local museum inside the tower presenting Crest’s history, prison stories, and displays linked to the monument.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h
Trains on 19 Sept
4
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Crest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Crest will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Lyon to Crest you need to make at least one change.
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17353Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Crest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 114 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Crest:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Crest costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Crest take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 47m.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Crest trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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886113+ 17353 | 8:20 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h14 | 10:34 Crest | 1 change | |
886179+ 17361 | 13:20 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h51 | 15:11 Crest | 1 change | |
886123+ 17365 | 16:45 Lyon-Jean-Macé | 1h44 | 18:29 Crest | 1 change | |
17705+ 33159 | 17:20 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h10 | 19:30 Crest | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lyon to Crest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:49, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 6:49 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Small local museum inside the tower presenting Crest’s history, prison stories, and displays linked to the monument.
Museum space dedicated to the resistance movement in the Vercors and Drôme, offering useful regional wartime context.
Art and heritage exhibition venue hosting changing displays, making it a good stop for contemporary local culture.
Steep historic lanes climbing towards the tower, full of stone houses, stairways, and old-town atmosphere.
Lively central square framed by old buildings and markets, ideal for starting a walk through Crest’s historic centre.
Promenade along the Drôme with open river views and photogenic perspectives of the town and tower.
Blue ewe’s milk cheese from the Vercors near Drôme. Creamy, tangy and protected, it is a classic regional cheese board choice.
Soft goat’s cheese made in the Drôme area. Fresh or matured, it reflects the region’s strong tradition of chèvre production.
Drôme-style ravioli filled with Comté, fresh cheese and parsley. A cherished regional speciality often served gratinéed or with cream.
Established dining spot known for refined French cooking and a comfortable atmosphere suited to a leisurely meal in Crest.
Traditional restaurant in Crest serving regional French dishes in a relaxed, welcoming setting near the old town.
Casual crêperie offering savoury galettes and sweet crêpes, ideal for a simple meal in the centre of Crest.
Moderate for France. Small-town stays and dining are often cheaper than major cities, while local transport and cafés remain fairly standard.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Crest 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 Crest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Crest trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Crest station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Crest 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-Jean-Macé has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Jean Moulin, Brasserie de l'Est
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Ticket office support is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Lyon Centre, Hotel des Facultés, Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre.
Crest has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Crest.
ATMs are available at Crest.
Available at Crest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Crest: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crest.
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