Trains from Nice to Lyon

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Date Tomorrow
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Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ $76.57 €66.80
  • Average duration 5h 13m
  • Connections per day 29
  • Distance 297 km
  • CO₂ per person 4 kg

train from Nice to Lyon

The journey from Nice to Lyon is about 297 km. On average a train trip takes 5h 13m with 29 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ $76.57 €66.80
Trip duration 5h 13m
Connections per day 29
Lowest price ≈ $76.57 €66.80
Highest price ≈ $209.77 €183.00
First departure 05:58 AM
Last departure 07:00 PM
Distance 297 km
Departure Nice
Arrival Lyon
Travel operator TGV INOUI, OUIGO
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TGV INOUI20.79 kg CO₂
17:28Nice Ville
4h 47m
22:15Lyon Part Dieu
≈ $36.68 €32.00
direct
Tgv Inoui20.79 kg CO₂
17:28Nice-Ville
4h 47m
22:15Lyon Part Dieu
≈ $52.73 €46.00
direct
TGV INOUI20.79 kg CO₂
14:40Nice Ville
4h 40m
19:20Lyon Part Dieu
≈ $66.49 €58.00
direct

Next departures from Nice to Lyon

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

OUIGO ≈ $97.44 €85.00
05:58 Nice-Ville
3h 50m · direct
09:48 Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport
TGV inOui ≈ $138.70 €121.00
06:57 Nice-Ville
4h 24m · 1 changes
12:10 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TGV inOui ≈ $171.95 €150.00
06:57 Nice-Ville
4h 29m · direct
11:26 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $136.18 €118.80
07:25 Nice-Ville
4h 28m · 1 changes
12:10 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $109.82 €95.80
07:25 Nice-Ville
4h 28m · 1 changes
12:10 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $111.19 €97.00
07:25 Nice-Ville
4h 36m · 2 changes
12:59 Lyon, Perrache
TGV inOui ≈ $152.69 €133.20
07:59 Nice-Ville
4h 22m · 2 changes
14:40 Lyon, Perrache
TGV inOui ≈ $139.85 €122.00
07:59 Nice-Ville
4h 14m · 1 changes
13:53 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TGV inOui ≈ $151.31 €132.00
07:59 Nice-Ville
4h 14m · 1 changes
13:53 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $196.25 €171.20
09:25 Nice-Ville
5h 28m · 2 changes
15:50 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $138.47 €120.80
09:25 Nice-Ville
5h 28m · 2 changes
15:50 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $147.64 €128.80
11:25 Nice-Ville
4h 22m · 1 changes
16:20 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $149.02 €130.00
11:25 Nice-Ville
4h 31m · 2 changes
16:40 Lyon, Perrache
TER ≈ $136.18 €118.80
11:25 Nice-Ville
4h 22m · 1 changes
16:20 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TGV inOui ≈ $152.69 €133.20
11:59 Nice-Ville
4h 23m · 2 changes
17:40 Lyon, Perrache
TGV inOui ≈ $151.31 €132.00
11:59 Nice-Ville
4h 15m · 1 changes
16:54 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TGV inOui ≈ $139.85 €122.00
11:59 Nice-Ville
4h 15m · 1 changes
16:54 Lyon - Part-Dieu
OUIGO ≈ $76.57 €66.80
13:24 Nice-Ville
4h 1m · 1 changes
17:58 Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport
TER ≈ $102.94 €89.80
13:24 Nice-Ville
4h 19m · 1 changes
18:54 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $136.18 €118.80
13:24 Nice-Ville
4h 19m · 1 changes
18:54 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TER ≈ $148.79 €129.80
13:24 Nice-Ville
4h 10m · 2 changes
18:54 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TGV inOui ≈ $91.70 €80.00
15:12 Nice-Ville
4h 50m · direct
20:02 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TGV inOui ≈ $99.96 €87.20
15:12 Nice-Ville
4h 58m · 1 changes
20:29 Lyon, Perrache
TGV inOui ≈ $80.24 €70.00
16:58 Nice-Ville
4h 30m · 1 changes
21:58 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TGV inOui ≈ $87.12 €76.00
16:58 Nice-Ville
4h 30m · 1 changes
21:58 Lyon - Part-Dieu
TGV inOui ≈ $82.76 €72.20
16:58 Nice-Ville
4h 38m · 2 changes
22:44 Lyon, Perrache
SNCF ≈ $209.77 €183.00
19:00 Nice-Ville
15h 4m · 1 changes
11:10 Lyon, Perrache
SNCF ≈ $204.04 €178.00
19:00 Nice-Ville
14h 50m · 1 changes
10:56 Lyon - Part-Dieu
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

In 2013, the French national railway company SNCF introduced OUIGO to offer budget-friendly TGV travel options. Choose between the lightning-fast OUIGO Grande Vitesse, reaching speeds of 300 km/h, or the more leisurely OUIGO Classique, which offers a nostalgic train ride experience.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français, or SNCF, is the name of the French National Railway Company. Explore the beauty of France with SNCF rail transport and choose between three major SNCF trains - TGV inOui, TER, and INTERCITÉS - for travel on national, regional, and local routes, including high-speed trains departing from Paris train stations. Also, SNCF aims to revolutionize sustainable travel by becoming the world's first carbon-neutral operator, offering this eco-friendly service at no additional cost to passengers.
SNCF, the French national railway company, offers TER, a comprehensive regional train service. TER (Transport Express Régional) trains connect cities, and villages within regions of France, offering local transportation for commuters and tourists as they explore the regional culture, landscape, and attractions through its vast network of regional routes. TER trains are slower than the high-speed trains but offer a more affordable and comfortable alternative for shorter journeys within the regions.

Ticket types and services from Nice to Lyon

Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Nice to Lyon.

Standard Class / Classical

OUIGO Train Classique only have one class, which is equivalent to second class travel, which is why ticket prices are cheap. Tickets are available from €10 for adults (depending on destination) and €5 for children, and OUIGO train tickets are only available online.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Standard Class / TGV

OUIGO Grande Vitesse offers a single class, akin to second-class travel, which accounts for its affordable ticket prices. Adult fares start at €10, depending on the destination, while children can travel for €5. Tickets for OUIGO can only be purchased online.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Standard

TER train tickets have a fixed "Tarif Normal" fare and are valid for a single journey until midnight the day after validation in platform stamp machines. Some regions may offer off-peak discounts.
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Wi-Fi
You have access WiFi (OUIFI) and delve into the OUIFUN entertainment portal for an added fee.
Power sockets
On Ouigo trains, only top deck seats in select coaches come with power sockets. Note that these seats come at an additional charge, and the bottom deck lacks sockets altogether.
Luggage
OUIGO lets you bring two small hand luggage items or one piece measuring 36 x 27 x 15 cm for free, along with cabin baggage at 55x35x25cm with no weight restrictions. For larger items, a fee of €5 applies for online bookings made in advance, and it goes up to €20 if you pay in-person at the station.
Accessibility
For travelers with mobility concerns, TGV INOUI offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure.
Food and drink
In France, OUIGO's Train classique services provide an at-seat snack service, though this isn't available on the high-speed trains. For those traveling in Spain, a visit to the OUIBAR in coach 4 serves up a variety of beverages and snacks.
Air conditioning
Travel in comfort with all coaches being air-conditioned.
Bicycle
Planning to bring along bigger items like a bike, scooter, skis, or a musical instrument? If you book online in advance, it's just a €5 fee. But, if you decide to pay at the station, the fee goes up to €20.
Wi-Fi
TER trains are currently without WiFi services.
Power sockets
Modern TER trains come equipped with power sockets.
Luggage
TER trains have no restrictions on the size of bags, as long as they are within your personal handling capability and can fit in designated luggage areas.
Accessibility
Accès TER' offers specialized assistance for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
Food and drink
TER trains do not provide onboard catering; consider bringing your refreshments.
Bicycle
Traveling with a bike on TER trains is free, simply hang it or store it in designated areas on a first-come, first-served basis, booking not available.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 20.79kg
bus 22.28kg
flight 59.4kg
carpool 47.52kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Nice to Lyon?

The train journey between Nice and Lyon emits 20.79kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Nice and Lyon?

Taking the train between Nice and Lyon saves 38.61kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 1.49kg compared to the bus and 26.73kg compared to the car.

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