The cheapest and fastest trains from Mende to Lyon
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mende to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mende to Lyon will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 4 trains that leave Mende for Lyon every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 1 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 and train for Mende to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Mende to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 173 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£47 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Mende to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Mende to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:36 Mende | 4h30 | 14:06 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:48 Mende | 5h01 | 15:49 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:51 Mende | 4h59 | 15:50 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:54 Mende | 4h56 | 18:50 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Mende to Lyon by coach or train
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Why should you book Mende to Lyon trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to find the best option for your trip from Mende to Lyon.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF TER with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Mende to Lyon.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Mende to Lyon.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Mende to Lyon
Trains from Mende to Lyon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 06:34 |
Last train 18:41 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Mende to Lyon trainsSNCF TER, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Mende and Lyon from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER
TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
FAQs: Mende to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mende to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mende and Lyon
- 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
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