The cheapest and fastest trains from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 5 trains that leave Monaco - Monte-Carlo for Lyon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 30 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, train and flight for Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 302 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£72 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £265 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86026 · 17478+ 5386 | On time 09:47 Monaco-Monte Carlo | 5h33 | 15:20 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
86028+ 6176 · 9868 | On time 10:18 Monaco-Monte Carlo | 5h36 | 15:54 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
86032 · 17480+ 9896 | On time 10:44 Monaco-Monte Carlo | 6h07 | 16:51 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
86036 · 17482+ 9882 | On time 11:47 Monaco-Monte Carlo | 6h07 | 17:54 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
881138+ 6866 | On time 13:36 Monaco-Monte Carlo | 5h26 | 19:02 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
86054+ 6180 · 6852 | On time 15:18 Monaco-Monte Carlo | 5h42 | 21:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon
Trains from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 302 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER trains will get you between Monaco - Monte-Carlo and Lyon from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Monaco - Monte-Carlo 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 Monaco - Monte-Carlo and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Avenue de la Costa.
- Le Louis XV - Alain Ducasse
- Café de Paris Monte-Carlo
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo
- Fairmont Monte Carlo
- Hotel Hermitage Monte-Carlo
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for trains to France and Italy
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: TER services to Nice and Ventimiglia
- 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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