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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Saint-Malo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £80 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £80, while a flight costs an average of £325.
Distance: 610 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£137 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest | £325 Average Price | £168 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 54m Average total duration 12h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Saint-Malo:
A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Saint-Malo costing on average £137.
A coach is £245 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Saint-Malo costing on average £325.
Other travel options to Saint-Malo take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 5m.
Coach takes on average 12h 54m.
The journey is about 3h 4m faster (4h 35m by train vs 7h 39m by car) and roughly £31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£137 vs £168). 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.
How to get to Saint-Malo from Lyon by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Lyon to Saint-Malo is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Saint-Malo are Rennes, Saint Helier, Dinan, Portsmouth and Dol-de-Bretagne. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Saint-Malo on Omio.
Rennes, the capital of Brittany, is known for its half-timbered old town and lively student energy. Its strong Breton identity, busy Marché des Lices and modern cultural scene give the city a character that feels both historic and current.
Dinan is a walled Breton town known for its half-timbered houses and well-preserved medieval centre. Set above the River Rance, it combines historic streets, lively squares and an old port with a strong sense of local character.
Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.
Dol-de-Bretagne is a historic Breton town known for Cathédrale Saint-Samson and its medieval centre. Timber-framed houses and the nearby marsh landscape give it a calm, old-world character.
Travel to Saint-Malo 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 Saint-Malo.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Saint-Malo:
A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Saint-Malo costing on average £137.
A coach is £245 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Saint-Malo costing on average £325.
Other travel options to Saint-Malo take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 5m.
Coach takes on average 12h 54m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Saint-Malo as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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