- Must visit
Musée Jean Cocteau - Collection Séverin Wunderman
Museum devoted to Jean Cocteau’s work, with drawings, ceramics and changing displays in a modern building on Menton’s seafront.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Menton
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£67
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£80
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
5 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
6 h
Trains on 20 Oct
6
Distance
303 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Menton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Menton will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Fast trains
To travel from Lyon to Menton you need to make at least one change.
6805+
860378:066h00Lyon Part Dieu14:06Menton station£671One-way1 change- 6801+17473 · 860336:286h39Lyon Part Dieu13:07Menton station£681One-way2 changes
- 6813+17487 · 8606513:555h40Lyon Part Dieu19:35Menton station£821One-way2 changes
- 9810+17481 · 8604910:385h54Lyon Part Dieu16:32Menton station£841One-way2 changes
- 5332+17483 · 8605511:405h55Lyon Part Dieu17:35Menton station£871One-way2 changes
- 6813+17487 · 8606513:555h40Lyon Part Dieu19:35Menton station£821One-way2 changes
- 9810+17481 · 8604910:385h54Lyon Part Dieu16:32Menton station£841One-way2 changes
- 5332+17483 · 8605511:405h55Lyon Part Dieu17:35Menton station£871One-way2 changes
- 6805+860378:066h00Lyon Part Dieu14:06Menton station£671One-way1 change
- 5102+17479 · 860459:066h31Lyon Part Dieu15:37Menton station£901One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Menton
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Trains from Lyon to Menton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 18:22. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 4h 38m.
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 £13
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 18:22 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 £13
Live departures
Lyon to Menton train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Menton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6801+17473 · 86033 | 6:28 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h39 | 13:07 Menton station | 2 changes | |
| 6805+86037 | 8:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h00 | 14:06 Menton station | 1 change | |
| 5102+17479 · 86045 | 9:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h31 | 15:37 Menton station | 2 changes | |
| 9810+17481 · 86049 | 10:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h54 | 16:32 Menton station | 2 changes | |
| 5332+17483 · 86055 | 11:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h55 | 17:35 Menton station | 2 changes | |
| 6813+17487 · 86065 | 13:55 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h40 | 19:35 Menton station | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: ZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lyon to Menton trainsZOU!, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Menton from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
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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
4h 38m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£33
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
2 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
ZOU!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ZOU! Duration
4h 58m
Cheapest ZOU! Price
£59
ZOU! frequency
3 a day
Complete guide to Menton
Things to do in Menton
Discover the best of Menton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Menton trip today.
- Recommended
Musée des Beaux-Arts du Palais de Carnolès
Fine arts museum in the former Carnolès palace, showing paintings from the thirteenth to twentieth centuries and a noted citrus garden.
- Recommended
Musée de Préhistoire Régionale
Regional prehistory museum with finds from nearby caves, explaining early human life on the Riviera in a compact central setting.
- Must visit
Promenade du Soleil
Menton’s broad seaside promenade, popular for walking, beach access and views across the bay towards the old town and Italy.
- Must visit
Vieille Ville de Menton
Historic old quarter of steep lanes, pastel houses and stairways leading to the basilica and cemetery, full of local character.
- Recommended
Jardins Biovès
Large seafront garden with lawns, sculptures and palm trees, offering an easy central walk beside the beach and festival areas.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Socca
Chickpea flour pancake baked crisp in a wood oven. A Ligurian-style street food long loved on the Menton coast.
- Vegetarian
Barbajuans
A Menton speciality tart of Swiss chard, rice, eggs and Parmesan, sometimes with herbs. It reflects the town’s Riviera and Italian influences.
- Vegetarian
Barbagiuan
Small fried pastries filled traditionally with Swiss chard and ricotta or rice. They are a classic snack in Menton and nearby Riviera towns.
Mirazur
Refined dining focused on seasonal Mediterranean produce and polished French cooking, suited to a longer evening meal.
La Crêpe À L'Envers
Casual crêperie and café near the seafront, good for sweet and savoury crêpes, galettes and light meals.
Le Petit Prince
Popular traditional restaurant for Menton and Niçois specialities, with a cosy old-town feel and dependable local cooking.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the French Riviera: stays and dining cost more than inland France, but local buses, trains and simple cafés can keep daily costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food, bakery items or a simple lunch menu.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal at a mid-range restaurant.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for an espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Bus On Time
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Prices
- Single ticket
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- Day pass
- €7
To the city centre
Menton -> Mairie de Menton
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Menton Centre station is in the heart of the city, about 5 minutes on foot from the seafront.
- The city-centre shuttle is free. Buy other local bus tickets from the Zest sales point at Menton coach station.
Best day trips from Menton by train
The most popular day trips by train from Menton are Nice, Monaco - Monte-Carlo, Cannes, Ventimiglia and Sanremo. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Menton on Omio.
Day trip from Menton to Nice by train
Why visit Nice for the day?
Nice is a Mediterranean city on the Côte d'Azur known for the Promenade des Anglais and Vieux Nice. Pebble beaches, busy markets and French-Italian character give it a relaxed but lively feel.
How to get from Menton to Nice by train?
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 28m.
Day trip from Menton to Monaco - Monte-Carlo by train
Why visit Monaco - Monte-Carlo for the day?
Monaco - Monte-Carlo is known for its grand casino, luxury hotels and Formula 1 glamour on the Riviera. Its steep streets, Belle Époque buildings and sea views give the district a polished but vivid character.
How to get from Menton to Monaco - Monte-Carlo by train?
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 10m.
Day trip from Menton to Cannes by train
Why visit Cannes for the day?
Cannes is a refined Riviera city on the Côte d’Azur, known for the Cannes Film Festival and the seafront promenade of La Croisette. Behind its polished image, Le Suquet and local markets add an older, more lived-in character.
How to get from Menton to Cannes by train?
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 9m.
Day trip from Menton to Ventimiglia by train
Why visit Ventimiglia for the day?
Ventimiglia is a Ligurian border town known for its Friday market, seafront and medieval old quarter. Between the sea and the Roja valley, it mixes Italian and French influences with Roman remains and a practical local feel.
How to get from Menton to Ventimiglia by train?
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 10m.
Day trip from Menton to Sanremo by train
Why visit Sanremo for the day?
Sanremo is a Ligurian seaside city known for the Sanremo Music Festival, its casino and flower-growing heritage. A palm-lined promenade, grand villas and the steep lanes of La Pigna give it an elegant but grounded character.
How to get from Menton to Sanremo by train?
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 22m.
FAQs: Lyon to Menton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Menton 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 Menton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Lyon to Menton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £86.
The train journey from Lyon to Menton covers a distance of 303 km and takes approximately 4h 38m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Lyon to Menton is 303 km.
The first train from Lyon to Menton leaves at 5:35.
The last train from Lyon to Menton departs at 18:22.
Trains from Lyon to Menton run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lyon to Menton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lyon to Menton.
There is no night train service from Lyon to Menton.
The train station in Lyon that goes to Menton is Lyon Part Dieu, and it arrives at Menton station.
Booking trains from Lyon to Menton 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 Menton is considered scenic, as it traverses picturesque landscapes, including the rolling hills of the Rhône-Alpes region and the stunning French Riviera coastline. Passengers can enjoy views of charming villages, vineyards, and the Mediterranean Sea along the route.
Yes, you can take the train from Lyon to Menton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Menton
Most Lyon to Menton trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Menton station pair, with some services arriving at Menton Garavan. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Menton 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 Menton
Which Lyon station do trains to Menton leave from?
Trains from Lyon to Menton 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 
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.
Which Menton station do trains from Lyon arrive at?
Trains from Lyon to Menton most often arrive at Menton. Some services arrive at Menton Garavan, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Menton arrival station.
MentonAvenue de la Gare, 06500 Menton, France+33 4 93 35 77 77
City-centre transport
Getting to Menton from Menton city centre
Bus7S, Ne · 5m · £2 · every ~4 min
1, 2, 3, 6, 8, Ne · 7m · £2 · every ~14 min
Menton train station facilities and services
Menton 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 and drink
Food options include: L'Orangerie, Le Petit Prince
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Menton. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Menton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Menton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Menton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Napoleon, Best Western Premier Hotel Prince De Galles, Hotel Riva Art & Spa.
Menton GaravanAvenue de la Gare, 06500 Menton, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Menton Garavan from Menton city centre
Menton Garavan is 1 km from Menton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC3 · 3m · every ~7 min
Bus1, 18, 8 · 3m · £2 · every ~7 min
Menton Garavan train station facilities and services
Menton Garavan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Menton Garavan.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Menton Garavan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Menton Garavan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Menton Garavan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton Garavan: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Riva Art & Spa, Hôtel Napoléon, Princess et Richmond.
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