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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
7 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
565 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 3 trains that leave Saint-Nazaire 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 565 km distance in an average of 7 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 54 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 Saint-Nazaire to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 565 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£72 Average Price | £95 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Saint-Nazaire to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Nazaire to Lyon trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:32 Saint-Nazaire | 8h54 | 19:26 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:37 Saint-Nazaire | 7h49 | 19:26 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:39 Saint-Nazaire | 7h47 | 19:26 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon
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Trains from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 19:04. The fastest train covers the 565 km distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 565 km |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 19:04 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités, TER BreizhGo from Saint-Nazaire to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Saint-Nazaire and Lyon from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Saint-Nazaire to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Nazaire 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 Saint-Nazaire and Lyon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Skipper
- Le Ponton
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Express Saint-Nazaire
- Hotel Aquilon
- Comfort Hotel de l'Europe Saint Nazaire
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, partly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Hall 3: access to parking and taxis
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line T1
- Taxi: Available outside the station
DiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingAccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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
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