The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lyon for Villefranche-sur-Mer every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 50 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 299 km
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£68 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £250 Average Price |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:06 Lyon | 5h21 | 11:27 Villefranche-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:07 Lyon | 5h50 | 12:57 Villefranche-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:06 Lyon | 5h23 | 20:29 Villefranche-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer
Trains from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 06:34 |
Last train 19:09 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER trains will get you between Lyon and Villefranche-sur-Mer from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Villefranche-sur-Mer 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 Villefranche-sur-Mer, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Villefranche-sur-Mer
- 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
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- La Belle Etoile
- Les Garçons
- Espuma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Welcome Hotel
- Hotel La Regence
- Hotel Le Versailles
- 50 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Nice
- Platform 2: trains to Monaco and Italy
- Train: TER PACA line
- Bus: Line 100, Line 81
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