Your train will leave from Lyon-Perrache TGV (downtown station) and Lyon-Saint-Exupéry and get you to Paris Gare de Lyon (downtown station), Paris Aéroport Roissy CDG, Paris Marne-La-Vallée Chessy and Paris Bercy
Overview of your Lyon - Paris journey:
Lowest price for adults | €16 |
Departure station | Lyon-Perrache TGV (downtown station), |
Arrival station | Paris Gare de Lyon or Paris Bercy (downtown |
Duration of journey | 2.15h |
Fixed price for children | €8 |
Plan your Lyon - Paris trip
How much does a train ticket from Lyon to Paris cost?
Lyon - Paris high-speed train tickets start at €16* per adult and €8** per child. Great, isn't it? You can snap up bargain tickets with the early-bird sales. Or you can let OUIGO inform you about the cheapest Lyon - Paris tickets by clicking on the "Show the best prices of the month" tab.
You can also travel on an OUIGO Classical train. It costs between €10 and €49 per adult* and maximum €5** per child for a Lyon - Paris trip!
How long is the trip from Lyon to Paris?
Which railway stations run services between Lyon and Paris?
TGV trains leave from Lyon-Perrache TGV and Lyon-Saint-Exupéry stations and go to Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Marne-la-Vallée Chessy and CDG Airport in Paris. OUIGO trains also go to the TGV station in Marne-la-Vallée, a few RER stops from the city centre. To get to central Paris, just take an RER A regional train. RER A trains are roughly every 15 minutes and will get you to central Paris in under an hour.
A lot of travellers use OUIGO to get to Disneyland Paris… a smart choice as OUIGO TGVs stop at Marne-la-Vallée Chessy, so you're just a stone’s throw from the theme park!
Planning to take to the skies? Why not take the TGV to Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle airport? OUIGO trains stop at the TGV station at Paris-Roissy CDG 2 airport. And you can get from the airport to central Paris via the RER B regional network.
OUIGO Classical train leaves from Lyon-Perrache station and go to Paris-Bercy or Paris-Austerlitz stations. If it's easier for you, you can also catch a train to Villeneuve-Saint-Georges or Melun!
Are there direct trains from Lyon to Paris?
All OUIGO Lyon - Paris trains are direct, so you just need to sit back and enjoy the journey! Catch up on your favourite series, finish your book, revise for exams… And if you want a nap before you explore Paris's lively neighbourhoods, you can even choose a single seat.
When do the first and last trains leave?
The first TGV of the day is from Lyon to Paris Marne-la-Vallée and leaves at 7.50am. Trains from Lyon to Paris run every day. Want to make the most of your Paris getaway? Hop on an early train and arrive in Paris in time for lunch! The last TGV departure to Paris is at 8pm, perfect if you have to work before leaving for a weekend away.
Prefer to take a Classical train? No worries! The first OUIGO Classical train to Paris leaves at 6.03am and the last one at 6.10pm.
Remember to arrive 30 minutes before the train leaves, so staff can check your ticket and get you boarded.
Can you travel in a group on a Lyon to Paris train?
Off course! Groups can easily travel together on an OUIGO High Speed or Classical train!
Have you found a low-cost Lyon - Paris ticket that fits in with your plans? Well, in just a couple of clicks, you can book and pay the fare. If you are travelling with friends, OUIGO lets you synchronize Lyon - Paris train times to make sure you're all on the same train. Sort out your travel plans in advance and get unbeatable prices!
What should you do if you want to change your Lyon - Paris ticket?
If your plans change at the last minute, you can easily modify your train ticket dates and the destination! Plus, it only costs €19 per passenger per trip. Simply go to the My Bookings section and follow the instructions!
You can also go for the OUIGOFLEX option for €9: a practical option that you can choose when booking which allows you to modify your dates or destination as many times as necessary, at no extra cost!
Trains schedule for Lyon – Paris
Check out the Lyon-Paris timetable and book a ticket up to one hour before the train's scheduled departure. You can stay up to date with Lyon – Paris departure times via OUIGO's website!
Keep up to date with departure times for Lyon-Paris trains. Traffic problems, train delays… stay informed about departures via OUIGO's website!
OUIGO trains provide the comfort of second-class travel in addition to two great deals for Lyon - Paris trips:
Take advantage of the OUIGO Plus offer…
The OUIGO Plus offer only costs €9 more. It means you can benefit from a range of OUIGO extras! If you want to access Wi-Fi, need to take extra luggage, wish to choose your seat… in short, whatever you're after, you'll find it in the OUIGO Plus package!
Choose your seat | OUIFI/OUIFUN | Extra luggage or an XL bag |
Included | Included | Included |
…and don't forget there's the OUIGO Essential offer!
Thanks to OUIGO Essentiel, you can get low-cost tickets and just select the options that suit your needs. You can customise your trip for even more comfort while sticking to your budget. There's nothing better than a tailor-made trip!
The OUIGO ticket | Hand luggage 36x27x15 | Suitecase/backpack etc. 55x35x25 |
Included | Included | Included |
Services offered on your journey :
OUIGO PLUS
OUIGO PLUS: for just an extra €9, enjoy a range of options. Because OUIGO knows how to get to the essentials... but also how to go the extra mile!
OUIGO SWAP
OUIGO SWAP: To swap your tickets if your plans change, or book a ticket on a train that’s already full.
Quite convenient in case of emergencies!
OUIFI + OUIFUN
OUIFI + OUIFUN: 1 Service, 2 options: - A Wifi connection on all High Speed trains :
- An on-demand entertainment platform
On your marks, get set, connect!
SEAT CHOICE
SEAT CHOICE :Travel as a Duo, with family or friends... or enjoy a Solo seat!
You can book seats in upper carriages, lower carriages, with or without an electric outlet, Duo, Solo, for 3 or for 4 passengers... Take your pick!
EXTRA LUGGAGE
EXTRA LUGGAGE: OUIGO limits the number of luggage per traveller, to save space and allow you to pay less for your weekends and vacations... but that doesn't mean you can’t bring what you need along with you! Simply tick the extra/XL luggage option.
TRAVEL WITH YOUR PET
TRAVEL WITH YOUR PET: OUIGO offers an option for all pets who may want to travel with you! Whatever the size of your four-legged friend, the fee is €10 for your pet to travel with you. No more pet-sitters: bring them along!
TRAVEL WITH YOUR BIKE
TRAVEL WITH YOUR BIKE: You don't have to leave your bike stored in the garage! Bicycle lovers are welcome in our
High Speed (TGV) or Classical train: just tick the Bike option and cycle away, right off the train!
LOW FARES FOR KIDS
LOW FARES FOR KIDS: On our OUIGO High Speed trains, children's tickets cost €8, top. And infants under 3 travel on your lap for free. Finally, a family vacation that won’t have you go bankrupt
OUIGOFLEX : UNLIMITED TICKET EXCHANGE
OUIGOFLEX: Simply tick the OUIGOFLEX option when booking your ticket. It’s free for anyone under 12 and just €9 per adult... and you can now change your train tickets as many times as you need! Last-minute changes, family emergencies, or just a change of heart.
SNACKING OUIGO
SNACKING: A snacking service on board of all OUIGO Classical train, to buy and enjoy drinks, cakes and snacks!
Our tips for buying a low-cost Lyon - Paris train ticket
Take advantage of early-bird sales: knockdown prices guaranteed!
Take advantage of our early-bird sales to book tickets for your next summer holiday, end-of-year celebrations, your auntie’s wedding anniversary or Bank Holiday weekends throughout the year... The perfect opportunity to benefit from bargain tickets that start from €10!
Need to get from Lyon to Paris at the last minute? No problem!
Have you and your friends suddenly decided you need a weekend away? An important appointment, an urgent interview for the job of your dreams? Don't panic, OUIGO also offers cheap TGV and Classical Train tickets for any last-minute departures. So you can rely on OUIGO and its low-cost tickets for any trip from Lyon to Paris even at the very last minute!
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What to do in Paris?
Visiting Paris as a family or couple? Whatever your favourite activities or the season you go, you'll find plenty to see, do and enjoy!
A few suggestions…
Stroll along the banks of the Seine on quays that are now pedestrianised: perfect for a calm moment, with free games for the kids, and cafés for adults!
Enjoy a wander through the Jardin des Tuileries or the Parc des Buttes Chaumont, followed by a picnic in the Luxembourg Gardens.
Marvel at the collections in the Museum of Natural History or the Museum of Arts and Crafts; take the kids on a fun, informative visit to La Villette or the Jardin des Plantes.