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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Saintes to Lyon
Cheapest price
£148
Average price
£158
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saintes to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saintes to Lyon will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
Of the 3 trains that leave Saintes 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 425 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 5 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 Saintes to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Saintes to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. 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 £33, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 425 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£145 Average Price | £87 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Saintes to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Saintes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:01 Saintes | 6h55 | 17:56 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:10 Saintes | 6h58 | 21:08 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
| 07:25 Saintes | 8h05 | 15:30 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:06 Saintes | 6h50 | 14:56 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saintes to Lyon
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Trains from Saintes to Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 425 km distance in 6h 32m.
Distance 425 km |
Average train duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 16:30 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF from Saintes to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Saintes and Lyon from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Saintes to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saintes 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 Saintes and Lyon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Le Parvis
- La Table du Maroc
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Comfort Inn Saintes
- ibis Saintes
- Campanile Saintes
- Located in the main hall
- 90 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
WifiLockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car 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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