How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon start from R 1 785. The average price for this train route is around R 3 742. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon is 7h, covering a distance of 561 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h and is operated by TGV inOui .

Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Lyon route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain , FlixBus , Deutsche Bahn - SNCF , TGV inOui .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon departs at 05:56. And the latest train departs at 13:56.

Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV inOui , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Lyon from R 1 785 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		17:34	Südbahnhof	11h 1m	04:35	Perrache	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		17:34	Südbahnhof	18h 36m	12:10	Aéroport LYS	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 797, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 10mAverage duration

564 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 623 - R 2 683	Average duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 785 - R 5 053	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 797 - R 1 339	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Lyon?

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Lyon

A
Lyon Part-Dieu
Gare Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle, 69003 Lyon, France
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon Airport

Train Companies

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 492 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Deutsche Bahn - SNCF

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

FR train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon start from R 1 785. The average price for this train route is around R 3 742. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon is 7h, covering a distance of 561 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h and is operated by TGV inOui.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Lyon route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF, TGV inOui.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon departs at 05:56. And the latest train departs at 13:56.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV inOui has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV inOui, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is TGV inOui, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.