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Nice to Lyon Train Prices and Times

Planning to travel from Nice to Lyon? At Trip.com, you can find TGV INOUI tickets for as little as £56.51, with typical prices for this route around £83.85. To obtain the affordable fares, we recommend checking out split ticketing methods.

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Thu, Jun 5
Fri, Jun 6
From £56.51
Sat, Jun 7
From £72.28
Sun, Jun 8
From £72.28
Mon, Jun 9
From £72.28
Tue, Jun 10
From £72.28
Wed, Jun 11
From £72.28

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:34 Nice Town	13:40 Lyon Part Dieu	8h 6m, No direct	Trenitalia	Find Tickets
05:41 Nice Saint Augustin	11:26 Lyon Part Dieu	5h 45m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:25 Nice Town	13:53 Lyon Part Dieu	6h 28m, No direct	Trenitalia	Find Tickets
07:33 Nice Saint Augustin	12:10 Lyon Part Dieu	4h 37m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:59 Nice Town	13:53 Lyon Part Dieu	5h 54m, No direct		Find Tickets
09:25 Nice Town	16:40 Paris	7h 15m, No direct	Trenitalia	Find Tickets View More Trains

Nice to Lyon Train Route Details

Train tickets from Nice to Lyon usually start at £56.51. The journey typically takes around 4h 37m and spans a distance of approximately 186 miles. SNCF generally operate 15 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train

05:34

Last train

16:58

Departure station

Nice

Arrival station

Lyon

Journey time

4h 37m

Distance

186 miles

Price

From £56.51

Train Operators

Trenitalia, SNCF

TGV INOUI and SNCF trains offers

SNCF offers numerous ticket deals for different age groups, ensuring you find the perfect discount card or subscription. Because these deals are limited and subject to train schedules and routes, booking in advance is essential to access all discounted tickets and maximise your savings with your discount card or subscription.

Book tickets in advance

Booking second-class SNCF tickets 3-4 months ahead can save you an average of 35%. As train fares generally increase over time due to decreasing ticket availability, budget-conscious travellers should book early to get the best deals.

SNCF Advantage Card

The Carte Avantage, costing €49 annually, saves 30% for adults and 60% for children. It features three profiles designed to meet your needs: Jeune (ages 12-27), Adulte (ages 27-59), and Senior (ages 60 and up).

Take INTERCITÉS night trains

Intercités de Nuit offer affordable and time-efficient overnight travel options. These night trains feature 1st class 4-berth couchettes, 2nd class 6-berth couchettes, and reclining seats. Fares start from €19 for seated places and from €29 for 1st and 2nd class berths.

TGV INOUI and SNCF onboard services

Travelling on TGV INOUI trains from Nice to Lyon allows passengers to enjoy a variety of services designed to enhance their travel experience.

Experience a comfortable journey with adjustable seats, power outlets, and free WiFi. Take advantage of retractable shelves for working or dining, and a soft reading light for reading. Luggage storage options include space for heavy or bulky items at the compartment entrance and luggage racks in the lounge for cabin baggage. Families can also travel with ease thanks to a dedicated Family Space.

Differences between first and second class services on TGV INOUI trains are as follows:

First class provides each passenger with an individual electrical outlet, while second class shares one outlet between two passengers.
First class offers increased comfort with rows of three seats instead of four, providing extra legroom.

Nice - Lyon SNCF tickets

When travelling on TGV INOUI trains, you can choose from four ticket types: Prem's, Seconde, Première, and Business Première. Each ticket type offers different fares, services, and rules for changes and refunds. This allows you to book the most suitable ticket based on your travel needs.

TGV Prem's

TGV INOUI Prem's tickets offer the lowest fares for travel, starting from just €15. These tickets can be exchanged and refunded under certain terms and conditions. Available up to four months in advance.

TGV Seconde

With Seconde class tickets, you can enjoy flexible and reasonably priced travel. Tickets can be exchanged or refunded under certain conditions, and booking three months in advance can save you up to 35%.

TGV Première

Book TGV Première class (First class) tickets for greater comfort and exclusive benefits, including reclining seats and flexible booking. Tickets can be exchanged and refunded under certain conditions.

TGV INOUI Business Première

Business Première tickets provide the most premium travel experience. Benefit from the most flexible fare with free, unconditional exchanges and refunds, even up to 30 minutes after departure. Enjoy exclusive services, including lounge access for a relaxing experience.

How to buy cheap SNCF train tickets

Book in Advance
Booking 90-180 days in advance can get you cheaper SNCF train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.
Travel with SNCF Intercities trains
Choose from two classes offering quiet zones, special play areas for children, and more. Reach destinations like Le Havre, Lyon, and Bordeaux.
Consider TER regional trains
Enjoy up to 7,500 daily services, including regional routes and essential commuter trains connecting major French cities.
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