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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Poitiers to Lyon
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£159
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
5 h 30 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 £159 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
To travel from Poitiers to Lyon you need to make at least one change.
8488 · 663318:105h17Poitiers23:27Gare de Lyon-Perrache£1271One-way1 change- 8486 · 661912:234h33Poitiers16:56Lyon Part Dieu£1401One-way1 change
- 8440 · 66138:225h34Poitiers13:56Lyon Part Dieu£1501One-way1 change
- 8423 · 12254 · 66179:206h36Poitiers15:56Lyon Part Dieu£2201One-way2 changes
- 8486 · 661912:234h33Poitiers16:56Lyon Part Dieu£1401One-way1 change
- 8488 · 663318:105h17Poitiers23:27Gare de Lyon-Perrache£1271One-way1 change
- 8440 · 66138:225h34Poitiers13:56Lyon Part Dieu£1501One-way1 change
- 8423 · 12254 · 66179:206h36Poitiers15:56Lyon Part Dieu£2201One-way2 changes
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 |
|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 7 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8440 · 6613 | On time 6:22 Poitiers | 5h34 | 11:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| 8423 · 12254 · 6617 | On time 7:20 Poitiers | 6h36 | 13:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 2 changes | |
| 8486 · 6619 | On time 10:23 Poitiers | 4h33 | 14:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| 8488 · 6633 | On time 16:10 Poitiers | 5h17 | 21:27 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 1 change | |
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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 9m.
Distance 360 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 5:49 |
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
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
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