The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Venice
Cheapest price
£167
Average price
£167
Fastest journey
7 h 32 m
Average duration
10 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Venice will cost around £167 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £167.
To travel from Lyon to Venice you need to make at least one change.
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+
8997
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Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Venice
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 583 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£119 Average Price | £175 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Venice trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18519+ 9255+ S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2911A | On time 14:50 Lyon Part Dieu | 17h06 | 07:56 Venice Santa Lucia | 4 changes | |
17984 · 17534+ 9255+ S5 TRENORD 24583 | On time 15:08 Lyon Part Dieu | 16h48 | 07:56 Venice Santa Lucia | 5 changes | |
| Saturday 20 December | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 8997 | 08:31 Lyon Part Dieu | 12h32 | 21:03 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 8995 | 08:31 Lyon Part Dieu | 11h32 | 20:03 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 8987 | 08:31 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h32 | 16:03 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lyon to Venice by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Venice
Trains from Lyon to Venice run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 583 km distance in 7h 42m.
Distance 583 km |
Average train duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 42m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SNCF from Lyon to Venice trainsTrenitalia, SNCF trains will get you between Lyon and Venice from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Venice’s new Access Fee
If you’re traveling to Venice by between April 25 and July 14, you might need to pay an additional €5 Access Fee. Find out more about traveling to Venice.
FAQs: Lyon to Venice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Venice
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue de Grèce.
- Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport
- Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and services
- Hall 3: connection to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
- Tramway: Rhônexpress
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
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