- Must visit
Musée Paul Valéry
Museum on Paul Valéry with art, manuscripts and exhibitions, plus one of the city’s finest viewpoints above the Mediterranean and marine cemetery.
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
2 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
2 h 22 m
Trains on 11 Sept
9
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Sète is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Sète will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 9 trains from Lyon to Sète, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 276 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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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876349Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Sète among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a flight costs an average of £244.
Distance: 276 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £244 Average Price | £80 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Sète:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Sète costing on average £50.
A coach is £229 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Sète costing on average £244.
Other travel options to Sète take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 38m.
Flight takes on average 11h 3m.
The journey is about 59m faster (2h 28m by train vs 3h 27m by car) and roughly £31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£50 vs £80). 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, AVE.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Sète trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9879+ 876429 | On time 17:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h59 | 20:09 Sète station | 1 change | |
6825 | 18:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h11 | 20:21 Sète station | 0 changesdirect | |
9836+ 457005 | Delayed 18:35 20:10Lyon Part Dieu | 3h40 | 23:50 Sète station | 1 change | |
| Friday 11 September | |||||
6805 · 6221 | 8:06 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h26 | 10:32 Sète station | 1 change | |
5300+ 86985 | 9:40 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h28 | 13:08 Sète station | 1 change | |
5521+ 876349 | 11:05 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h39 | 13:44 Sète station | 1 change | |
9812 · 6229 | 12:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h21 | 14:31 Sète station | 1 change | |
9826+ 86989 | 14:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h57 | 17:07 Sète station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lyon to Sète run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 5:09 |
Last train 21:28 |
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Discover the best of Sète — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sète trip today.
Museum on Paul Valéry with art, manuscripts and exhibitions, plus one of the city’s finest viewpoints above the Mediterranean and marine cemetery.
Dedicated to Georges Brassens, this interactive museum explores the singer’s life, songs and influence through recordings, objects and displays.
Regional contemporary art centre in a former warehouse, showing changing exhibitions by French and international artists near the old harbour.
Panoramic hill above Sète with walking routes, gardens and sweeping views over the port, sea, beaches and Thau lagoon.
Lively canal lined with quays, boats and townhouses. It captures Sète’s maritime character and is especially pleasant for an evening stroll.
The city’s main seafront promenade, ideal for walking beside the beach, with broad sea views and easy access to the Corniche district.
A rich tomato and saffron fish soup with monkfish or conger, potatoes and aioli. It is Sète’s signature fishermen’s dish.
Octopus stuffed with a savoury mixture, then gently braised in tomato sauce. A classic Sétois family dish linked to local Italian heritage.
Cuttlefish simmered in a tomato, wine and herb sauce, often served with rice or pasta. A staple of Sète’s port cooking.
Elegant restaurant focused on polished fish and seafood cookery, suited to a more leisurely dinner near the harbour.
Well-regarded waterside address serving refined Mediterranean dishes, especially seafood, in a smart but relaxed setting.
Lively seafood restaurant on the quays, known for shellfish platters, local fish and a traditional port atmosphere.
Moderate for southern France: lodging rises in summer, seafood dining is mid-priced, and local buses are inexpensive.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Sète 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 Sète, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Sète trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Sète station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Sète 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
Free.
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.
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.
Sète is 1 km from Sète city centre. Public transport options include:
Sète has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Grand Bleu, La Marine
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sète. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sète. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sète: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sète: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sète: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Paris, Hotel L'Orque Bleue, Hotel Azur.
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