The cheapest and fastest trains from Sens to Lyon
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sens to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sens to Lyon will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sens for Lyon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.
17:344h10Sens21:44Lyon£251One-way0 changes
7:324h12Sens11:44Lyon£521One-way0 changes
17:344h10Sens21:44Lyon£251One-way0 changes
7:324h12Sens11:44Lyon£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Sens to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sens to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£39 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sens to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Sens to Lyon trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:34 Sens | 4h10 | 21:44 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Sens to Lyon trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER or SNCF to find the best option for your trip from Sens to Lyon.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Sens to Lyon.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TER or SNCF to find the best option for your trip from Sens to Lyon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Sens to Lyon.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sens to Lyon
Trains from Sens to Lyon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 21:04 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF from Sens to Lyon trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF trains will get you between Sens and Lyon from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sens to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sens 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 Sens and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the D660 road.
- Le Saint Fiacre
- La Madeleine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- ibis Sens
- Hotel Brennus
- Hotel de Paris et de la Poste
- Located in the main hall
- 100 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 local lines available
- Taxi services accessible from the station
- 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
- 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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