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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Poitiers to Lyon
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poitiers to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poitiers to Lyon will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 4 trains that leave Poitiers 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 360 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 45 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 train, coach and flight for Poitiers to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Poitiers to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 360 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£115 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 34m Average total duration 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Poitiers to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Poitiers to Lyon trains for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8378 · 6627 | On time 14:19 Poitiers | 4h35 | 18:54 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
8342+ 5741+9898 | On time 15:21 Poitiers | 16h03 | 07:24 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
| 07:21 Poitiers | 4h36 | 11:57 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:23 Poitiers | 4h33 | 11:56 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:40 Poitiers | 4h16 | 11:56 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poitiers to Lyon
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Trains from Poitiers to Lyon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 360 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 360 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Poitiers to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Poitiers and Lyon from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Poitiers to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poitiers 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 Poitiers and Lyon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistro de l'Hotel
- La Serrurerie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Poitiers Centre
- Mercure Poitiers Centre
- Hotel de l'Europe
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 and is accessible from Rue du Pigeon Blanc.
- La Serrurerie
- Le Bistro de l'Absynthe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Ibis Styles Poitiers Centre
- Mercure Poitiers Centre
- Hôtel de l'Europe
- Located in the main hall
- 30 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, bus platforms 1-6 for regional and long-distance buses
- Hall 2: waiting area and ticket office
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line A
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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