How to get to Versailles from Lyon

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Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Versailles

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Versailles among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £399.

Distance: 396 km

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Driving

£53

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£48

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£399

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£104

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2h 34m

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2h 4m

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7h 36m

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7h 6m

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4h 41m

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2h 41m

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4h 38m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.2 - 2.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Versailles is a coach with an average price of £48.

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

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Versailles costing on average £53.

A coach is £351 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Versailles costing on average £399.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Versailles is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.

Other travel options to Versailles take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 41m.

Coach takes on average 7h 36m.

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

The journey is about 2h 34m faster (2h 4m by train vs 4h 38m by car) and roughly £52 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£53 vs £104). 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 Versailles

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Gipsyy
    4:305h44
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    10:14Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)
    £321One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Gipsyy
    4:305h44
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    10:14Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)
    £321One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7365
    11:201h10
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    12:30Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £2211One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Gipsyy
    4:306h30
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    11:00Paris, Gare Paris Bercy
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • British AirwaysBA357 · BA316
    13:356h40
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    20:15Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £2111One-way
    1 change
  • British AirwaysBA361 · BA316
    12:357h40
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    20:15Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £2111One-way
    1 change
  • British AirwaysBA361 · BA308
    12:354h55
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    17:30Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    £2421One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Lyon to Versailles

Travel to Versailles 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 Versailles.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Versailles including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Versailles is a coach with an average price of £48.

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

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Versailles costing on average £53.

A coach is £351 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Versailles costing on average £399.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Versailles is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.

Other travel options to Versailles take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 41m.

Coach takes on average 7h 36m.

The Lyon to Versailles distance is approximately 396 km.
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Versailles is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lyon to Versailles:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Paris Gare de Lyon.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Versailles, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia to go to Versailles by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gipsyy to go to Versailles by coach.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Versailles by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Versailles with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia.
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Gipsyy.
  • 5 direct flights per day with Air France.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Versailles often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Rouen, London, Chartres, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Versailles and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lyon to Versailles, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Versailles, you can explore the local markets for fresh produce and artisanal goods, attend a classical music concert at the Royal Opera for an enchanting evening, or take a guided bike tour around the estate to enjoy scenic views and learn about its history. Visit the Versailles Cathedral, a beautiful example of French Gothic architecture, and enjoy a picnic by the Grand Canal. Don't miss the Palace of Versailles, the Hall of Mirrors, and the meticulously landscaped Gardens of Versailles. You can also explore the Grand Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Estate for a more intimate glimpse into royal life.
To fully explore the Palace of Versailles and its expansive gardens, plan for at least one full day. However, if you wish to delve deeper into the history and explore nearby attractions, consider spending two days.

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