--- title: "Trains from Lyon to Paris | EveryRail" description: "Direct TGV INOUI, OUIGO and selected Frecciarossa trains link Lyon and Paris; fastest trips take 1h 43m and average about 2h 14m." image: "https://everyrail.com/api/route-image/lyon-to-paris/" --- [Home]()[Europe by train]()[France]()Lyon to Paris by train [Home]()[Europe by train]()[France]()Lyon to Paris by train **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About Lyon to Paris by train]() - [Where to book]() - [Find places to stay in Paris]() - [Frequently asked questions]() - [More routes]() [Book now]() Last updated September 2026 # Lyon to Paris by train Direct TGV INOUI, OUIGO and selected Frecciarossa trains link Lyon and Paris; fastest trips take 1h 43m and average about 2h 14m. ![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]() Origin [Lyon]() Destination [Paris]() Country [France]() Travel from [Lyon]() to [Paris]() in about 2h 14m on average, with direct TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains from Lyon Part-Dieu to Paris Gare de Lyon. ## Lyon to Paris train at a glance | Detail | What to expect | | --- | --- | | Average journey | About 2h 14m | | Fastest journey | About 1h 43m | | Normal service pattern | Around 35 departures a day, roughly from 06:04 to 21:04 depending on the date | | Distance | About 427 km | | Main departure | Lyon Part-Dieu | | Main arrival | Paris Gare de Lyon | | Other stations | Lyon Perrache, Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV, Marne-la-Vallée Chessy, and Paris Bercy Bourgogne Pays d'Auvergne | | Services | TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, and Frecciarossa when scheduled | | Starting fare example | From 10 euros on selected journeys | The fastest direct journeys take about 1h 43m and the average trip takes about 2h 14m. On a normal planning day, departures run from about 06:04 to 21:04, with around 35 trains available. The exact number, time, and duration depend on the date, service, and station pair. ## Direct trains and operators [SNCF Voyageurs]() operates TGV INOUI and OUIGO services on the Lyon to Paris corridor. TGV INOUI is the full-service high-speed option, while OUIGO offers a lower base fare with a smaller included baggage allowance and paid extras. TER can appear when a regional connection or a different routing is part of the itinerary. Trenitalia France also operates Frecciarossa services on the Lyon to Paris corridor when scheduled. Direct services can therefore use TGV INOUI, OUIGO, or Frecciarossa, while an itinerary with a change may include TER. Choose by the complete journey, including the connection and station, rather than by the headline fare alone. ## Stations in Lyon and Paris Lyon Part-Dieu is the main departure station for the direct city-centre service. Some trains leave from Lyon Perrache, while Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV is an airport station outside central Lyon. If Saint-Exupéry is on your ticket, allow extra time to reach it from the city. Use the station printed on your booking rather than heading to Part-Dieu by default. Paris Gare de Lyon is the usual city-centre arrival. Some services arrive at Marne-la-Vallée Chessy or Paris Bercy Bourgogne Pays d'Auvergne instead. Marne-la-Vallée Chessy is convenient for Disneyland Paris but is not central Paris. Paris Bercy is a different station from Gare de Lyon, so plan your Metro, RER, bus, or taxi connection from the actual arrival point. At the station, read the departure board for the platform and train number. Keep your ticket available offline, particularly if you will make an onward connection in Paris. ## Tickets and fares Selected journeys are available from 10 euros. This is a limited starting fare for specific trains and dates, not a typical price. Fares vary with the date, train, booking time, class, and remaining availability. Compare the total fare and its exchange or refund conditions before paying. OUIGO tickets are built around a lower base price. Seat choice, extra or oversized luggage, and a folded bike are paid options unless they are included in OUIGO PLUS. Read the allowance and conditions attached to your exact train before you choose the cheapest fare. Booking when your dates are firm can give you a wider choice of departures and restricted fares. If your plans may change, a more flexible fare can be better value. Rail passes and discount cards have service-specific rules, including possible reservation or supplement requirements. ## Luggage, bikes, pets, and onboard details A TGV INOUI ticket includes up to two larger bags, each no more than 70 x 90 x 50 cm, plus one hand-baggage item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. OUIGO includes one cabin bag up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm and one hand-baggage item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. Larger or additional bags require the relevant option. OUIGO accepts a folded or dismantled bike in a bag up to 130 x 90 cm and 30 kg for a 5 euro option. TGV INOUI has separate bike conditions, so select the correct option and follow the dimensions for your service. Pet rules also differ: on OUIGO, an animal costs 10 euros; a pet under 6 kg travels in a carrier no larger than 55 x 35 x 25 cm, while a larger animal needs a lead and muzzle. TGV INOUI provides onboard Wi-Fi, power at seats, adjustable seats, luggage storage, and a bar car. OUIGO facilities and extras depend on the offer, so choose a fare that covers the services and baggage you need. ## Before you leave Lyon Use your booking to confirm the departure station, arrival station, train category, departure time, and booked options. On travel day, allow time to reach Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV if required, or to find the correct hall at Lyon Part-Dieu. Keep the ticket and journey details accessible offline. If you are connecting after arriving in Paris, leave a sensible margin. A late high-speed train can affect the rest of your itinerary, especially when you need to cross the city between stations. ## Choosing the train for Lyon to Paris A direct high-speed train can take you into central Paris without an airport transfer, and the journey is short enough for a day trip or weekend. Rail is especially convenient when your accommodation is near Gare de Lyon. Compare the full door-to-door time and fare if you are considering a flight, bus, or departure from Lyon Saint-Exupéry. ## Where to book ### Train tickets - Omio Omio connects you with over 1,000 transport providers - trains, buses, flights, and more - to simplify your travel planning. [Check times & prices]() - Rail Europe Rail Europe is a leading travel tech company specializing in European train bookings for over 15,000 travel professionals worldwide. - Trainline Trainline sells rail and coach tickets worldwide on behalf of major UK and European transport companies. ### Train service - [SNCF Voyageurs]() SNCF is France’s state-owned rail operator, running high-speed, regional, and international TGV services across Europe. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() - [Trenitalia]() Trenitalia is Italy’s state-owned rail operator, running high-speed, intercity, and regional trains across the country and beyond. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Find places to stay in Paris [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Paris**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### How long does the train from Lyon to Paris take? The fastest direct journeys take about 1h 43m, while the average journey takes about 2h 14m. The exact time depends on your date, service, and stations. ### Are there direct trains from Lyon to Paris? Yes. Direct TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains run between Lyon and Paris, and Frecciarossa services may also be scheduled. Check the stations on your exact journey. ### How many trains run from Lyon to Paris each day? A normal planning day has around 35 departures, roughly between 06:04 and 21:04. The number and timetable vary by date. ### Which stations do Lyon to Paris trains use? Lyon Part-Dieu is the main departure and Paris Gare de Lyon is the usual city-centre arrival. Depending on the service, trains can also use Lyon Perrache, Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV, Marne-la-Vallée Chessy, or Paris Bercy Bourgogne Pays d'Auvergne. ### How much does the Lyon to Paris train cost? Selected journeys are available from 10 euros. That is a limited starting fare, so compare the price and exchange or refund conditions for your exact train and date. ### What luggage can I take on a Lyon to Paris train? TGV INOUI includes two bags up to 70 x 90 x 50 cm each and one hand-baggage item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. OUIGO has smaller included allowances and paid options for extra or oversized luggage. ## More routes [![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()Amsterdam to ParisAmsterdam to Paris by Eurostar: direct trains in around 3 hours 15 to 3 hours 35 minutes. Around 10 direct departures daily, from Centraal to Gare du Nord. Advance Standard fares from €35.]()[![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()Barcelona to ParisTGV inOui trains run directly from Barcelona Sants to Paris Gare de Lyon. The journey takes roughly 6 hours 44 to 50 minutes over 1,073 km. Advance second-class fares start from around €39 when booked early; first class from around €59. Two services run each way on most days. Interrail and Eurail passes are valid, but a mandatory seat reservation costing €35 per person is required.]()[![Gare du Nord train station in Paris]()Basel to Paris by Train: Route, Times and TicketsTravel from Basel to Paris by train with TGV Lyria's direct service, in around 3 hours from Basel SBB to Paris Gare de Lyon.]()[![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()Berlin to ParisHow to travel from Berlin to Paris by train. The daily direct ICE takes around 8 hours from Berlin Hbf to Paris Gare de l’Est. For an overnight option, the European Sleeper night train runs three times a week. Covers tickets, Interrail reservations, and which Paris station to aim for.]()[![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()Bordeaux to ParisBordeaux to Paris by TGV INOUI in as little as 2h08m. OUIGO from €16. Around 29 direct trains daily. All tickets require a mandatory seat reservation.]()[![Lyon rooftops with cathedral towers and a distant Ferris wheel]()Brussels to LyonDirect TGV INOUI trains run from Brussels-Midi to Lyon Part-Dieu in around 3 hours 54 minutes to 4 hours, with approximately five to six direct departures each day. Advance second-class fares typically start around €70 to €80. Interrail and Eurail passes are valid but require a mandatory paid seat reservation.]()[![Notre-Dame gargoyle overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower at sunset]()Brussels to ParisBrussels to Paris by direct Eurostar in 1 hour 22 minutes. Up to 22 daily departures on the 264 km route. Advance Standard class fares from around €29.]()[![Gare du Nord train station in Paris]()Florence to Paris by Train: Route, Times and TicketsOne change gets you from Florence to Paris by train, in about 9 hours 19 minutes to 9 hours 41 minutes depending on whether you route via Milan or Turin.]() ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization", "name": "EveryRail", "url": "https://everyrail.com/", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://everyrail.com/_astro/everyrail-logomark-2026.VJ4vNX1T.webp", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization-logo-1" } }, { "@type": "WebSite", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#website", "name": "EveryRail", "url": "https://everyrail.com/", "publisher": { "@id": "https://everyrail.com/#organization" }, "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://everyrail.com/trains/lyon-to-paris/#webpage", "name": "Trains from Lyon to Paris | EveryRail", "description": "Train travel information for Lyon to Paris. 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