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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Lyon
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Lyon will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 10 trains that leave Rennes for Lyon 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 560 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 21 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.
533817:304h00Rennes station21:30Lyon Part Dieu£681One-way0 changes- 8088 · 663318:354h35Rennes station23:10Lyon Part Dieu£1131One-way1 change
- 533612:313h59Rennes station16:30Lyon Part Dieu£1291One-way0 changes
- 12230 · 668916:354h21Rennes station20:56Lyon Part Dieu£1291One-way1 change
- 53327:313h59Rennes station11:30Lyon Part Dieu£1291One-way0 changes
- 533612:313h59Rennes station16:30Lyon Part Dieu£1291One-way0 changes
- 53327:313h59Rennes station11:30Lyon Part Dieu£1291One-way0 changes
- 533817:304h00Rennes station21:30Lyon Part Dieu£681One-way0 changes
- 12230 · 668916:354h21Rennes station20:56Lyon Part Dieu£1291One-way1 change
- 8704 · 66118:354h21Rennes station12:56Lyon Part Dieu£1781One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rennes to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Lyon 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 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 560 km
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6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rennes to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Lyon trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5332 | 7:31 Rennes station | 3h59 | 11:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8052 · 6611 | 7:48 Rennes station | 5h08 | 12:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| 12208 · 6615 | 9:55 Rennes station | 5h01 | 14:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| 5336 | 12:31 Rennes station | 3h59 | 16:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8090 · 6621 | 12:50 Rennes station | 5h10 | 18:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| 5460 · 9836 | 15:31 Rennes station | 4h31 | 20:02 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| 8622 · 6665 | 15:35 Rennes station | 5h00 | 20:35 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| 8086 · 6689 | 16:35 Rennes station | 4h21 | 20:56 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Lyon
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Trains from Rennes to Lyon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 560 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 560 km |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 21:04 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Rennes to Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Rennes and Lyon 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: Rennes to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes 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 Rennes and Lyon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon.
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket 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
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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