How to get to Cholet from Lyon

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Compare coach, train and flight for Lyon to Cholet

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Cholet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £126 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £126, while a flight costs an average of £336.

Distance: 463 km

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£126

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£336

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£133

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5h 14m

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4h 44m

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6h 12m

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Compare ways to travel from Lyon to Cholet

Compare the available ways to get from Lyon to Cholet, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Cholet is a train with an average price of £126.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Cholet:

A train is £211 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Cholet costing on average £336.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Cholet is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Cholet take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Cholet including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 28m faster (4h 44m by train vs 6h 12m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£126 vs £133). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Lyon to Cholet

How to get to Cholet from Lyon by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Lyon to Cholet is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Cholet by train

The most popular day trips by train from Cholet are Nantes, Angers, La Roche-sur-Yon and Les Sables-d'Olonne. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cholet on Omio.

A view of Angers

Day trip from Cholet to Angers by train

Why visit Angers for the day?

Angers is known for its medieval castle and the Apocalypse Tapestry, yet feels youthful and easy-going. Its old centre, riverside setting and ties to Anjou wine give the city a distinctly Loire character.

A view of La Roche-sur-Yon

Day trip from Cholet to La Roche-sur-Yon by train

Why visit La Roche-sur-Yon for the day?

La Roche-sur-Yon is a Napoleonic planned town in the Vendée, known for its orderly streets and Place Napoléon. It has a practical, relaxed feel, with civic architecture, museums and an easy-going town centre.

A view of Les Sables-d'Olonne

Day trip from Cholet to Les Sables-d'Olonne by train

Why visit Les Sables-d'Olonne for the day?

Les Sables-d'Olonne is a lively resort on the Vendée coast, known for its long sandy beach and maritime character. The harbour, seafront and links to the Vendée Globe give the town a strong connection to the sea.

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FAQs: Lyon to Cholet

Travel to Cholet easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lyon to Cholet.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Cholet including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Cholet is a train with an average price of £126.

This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Cholet:

A train is £211 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Cholet costing on average £336.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Cholet is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Cholet take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 14m.

The Lyon to Cholet distance is approximately 463 km.
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Cholet is:
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Cholet as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Cholet:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Nantes Atlantique Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Cholet station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Cholet, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, Lufthansa, easyJet, CitizenPlane, Volotea to go to Cholet by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités to go to Cholet by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Cholet:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Air France, easyJet, CitizenPlane, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Cholet often also extend their vacation to go to Nantes, Paris, Angers, Bressuire, La Roche-sur-Yon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cholet and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lyon to Cholet, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
Cholet can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Textile Museum and the Church of the Sacred Heart.

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