The cheapest and fastest trains from Vichy to Lyon
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vichy to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vichy to Lyon will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 8 trains that leave Vichy for Lyon every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
873370+
440619:112h15Vichy station21:26Lyon Part Dieu£201One-way1 change
874010+
440416:112h15Vichy station18:26Lyon Part Dieu£201One-way1 change
87571818:331h53Vichy station20:26Lyon Part Dieu£341One-way0 changes
8757049:341h52Vichy station11:26Lyon Part Dieu£341One-way0 changes
87571215:341h52Vichy station17:26Lyon Part Dieu£341One-way0 changes
87570812:351h51Vichy station14:26Lyon Part Dieu£341One-way0 changes
8757049:341h52Vichy station11:26Lyon Part Dieu£341One-way0 changes
87571215:341h52Vichy station17:26Lyon Part Dieu£341One-way0 changes
87571617:341h52Vichy station19:26Lyon Part Dieu£341One-way0 changes
87571818:331h53Vichy station20:26Lyon Part Dieu£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Vichy to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vichy to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 118 km
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£24 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vichy to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Vichy to Lyon trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
875704 | 9:34 Vichy station | 1h52 | 11:26 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
875708 | 12:35 Vichy station | 1h51 | 14:26 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
875710 | 14:32 Vichy station | 1h54 | 16:26 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
875712 | 15:34 Vichy station | 1h52 | 17:26 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
874010+ 4404 | 16:11 Vichy station | 2h15 | 18:26 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
875716 | 17:34 Vichy station | 1h52 | 19:26 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
875718 | 18:33 Vichy station | 1h53 | 20:26 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
873370+ 4406 | 19:11 Vichy station | 2h15 | 21:26 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vichy to Lyon
Trains from Vichy to Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 22:47 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF from Vichy to Lyon trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | Intercités, SNCF trains will get you between Vichy and Lyon from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vichy to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vichy 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 Vichy and Lyon
- 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 Paris.
- Restaurant La Table d'Antoine
- Le Vichy
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel de Grignan
- Vichy Celestins Spa Hotel
- Hotel Midland
- Located in the main hall
- 250 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 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
- 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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