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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 22 December
Tuesday 23
Wednesday 24
today
70 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Friday 26 December
148 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 27
207 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 28
161 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 29
84 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Tuesday 30
116 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Wednesday 31
65 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Thursday 1st January January
61 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Friday 2
82 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Saturday 3
106 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Sunday 4
84 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Monday 5
56 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Tuesday 6
35 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Wednesday 7
35 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Thursday 8
35 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Friday 9
42 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Saturday 10
35 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 11
39 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Monday 12
32 € (1) INTERCITES
The cheapest
INTERCITES
Tuesday 13
32 € (1) INTERCITES
The cheapest
INTERCITES
Wednesday 14
32 € (1) INTERCITES
The cheapest
INTERCITES
Thursday 15
35 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Friday 16
56 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Saturday 17
32 € (1) INTERCITES
The cheapest
INTERCITES
Sunday 18
49 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Nantes Lyon

What is the price of a train ticket from Nantes to Lyon?

If you book in advance, you'll benefit from the best rates. Save on the price of your trip by being flexible on the date and time of your departure. You can set up a low price alert to be notified quickly of the best offers.

How long is a train journey from Nantes to Lyon?

The journey Nantes - Lyon takes on average only 5h 30m.

How long does it take for the fastest train to complete the connection from Nantes to Lyon?

The minimum time to travel between Nantes and Lyon by train is 4h 26m.

How many Nantes - Lyon trains are there per day?

Every day, 17 trains make the journey Nantes - Lyon.

What time is the first Nantes - Lyon train?

If you're an early bird, you can take the Nantes - Lyon train at 4h 50m.

What time is the last train to go from Nantes to Lyon?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 17h 04m.

Nantes : from which station will I leave?

This page lists trains that depart from: NANTES

Lyon : at which station will I arrive?

The trains shown on this page arrive at: LYON PART DIEU

What are the railway companies operate the Nantes - Lyon trains?

For your journey Nantes - Lyon, you can take INTERCITES, OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles.

What services are available on board?

With OUIGO, choose between the OUIGO ESSENTIEL or OUIGO PLUS fare. The OUIGO ESSENTIEL offer includes a carry-on and a cabin bag. For 9 euros more, the OUIGO PLUS offer also includes an additional or XL bag, choice of seat (solo, standard, with or without power outlet), OUIFI and OUIFUN.

If you travel with INTERCITÉS, you can board with your bike. Depending on your journey, a paid reservation may be required.

If you board one of our TGV INOUI trains, our barista and cleaners will make your TGV INOUI journey a relaxing and enjoyable experience. As a Premier Business Customer, you will be offered a press pass and a drink on the platform, and your journey begins before you get on the train.

How to buy a cheap Nantes – Lyon train ticket?

The price of a Nantes – Lyon ticket varies according to many factors: discount cards, SNCF season tickets, the journey dates, the train company...

Nantes – Lyon Train Ticket Prices

Depending on the dates of your Nantes to Lyon train, the train company operating the route, your chosen class, and any discounts applied to your trip, the price may change. In order to find a cheap Nantes – Lyon ticket, check out the SNCF discount cards and passes. From Avantages cards to Interrail and TER passes, there are many options on offer from SNCF Connect to enjoy affordable train travel.

Special Fares for Nantes – Lyon

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Last-Minute Nantes – Lyon Trains

Booking tickets in advance, perhaps even when they are first released, is a good solution when you are planning a journey several weeks or months in advance. However, for last-minute train tickets from Nantes to Lyon, you can search our website to find the lowest prices within 5 to 7 days of your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the train company, you can choose to reserve your seats at the price shown, freeze that price for a specific period, and pay for your seats before it elapses.

Direct Nantes – Lyon Trains

For your trip to Lyon, if there is a direct train available from Nantes, you will see the word "Direct" below your search results. Trains with connections are marked "Connection". However, direct trains are not necessarily cheaper, as there are many factors to take into consideration.

Companies serving Nantes - Lyon

If you're travelling from Nantes to Lyon, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Intercités

INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Nantes to Lyon with INTERCITÉS: choose your seat if you're travelling 1st Class and enjoy an even more comfy journey. Easy and quick: access your e-ticket via the SNCF Connect app.

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Classes of rail companies serving Nantes - Lyon

To travel from Nantes to Lyon, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

Intercités

Travel from Nantes to Lyon on an INTERCITÉS train, the classic long-distance trains, and choose from one of two classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy seats
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wider, more comfy, reclining seats with extra legroom 
    Individual power socket
  • Space to store your luggage

All on-board services provided by companies operating Nantes - Lyon

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Nantes to Lyon route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

Intercités

  • Travel connected

    You can now connect easily and free to the Internet on board of your INTERCITÉS train on the line Paris - Clermont-Ferrand and Paris - Limoges - Toulouse.

  • Showers at the station

    Need to freshen up? If you're traveling in First Class on a night train, you can enjoy shower facilities upon arrival at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations!

  • For gourmands

    Order our catering offer with local, high quelity products online, they will be served at your seat on board.

  • For families

    Find squares with 6 places, a nursery area and play areas for children!

  • In case of delays

    With Garantie G30, I have a guarantee in case of a 30 minutes delay, no matter the reason.

    Order
  • Private space for the night

    Privatize your own 1st class compartment (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).

  • Night space for woman

    You can reserve your place for free in the compartment reserved for women during your overnight train trips by ticking "Space ladies only" when booking online.

  • Room for your suitcases,

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

Train timetables Nantes-Lyon Friday 26 December 2025
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
4h 50m 9h 30m 4h 40m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 5300
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
5h 08m 10h 56m 5h 48m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8860
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Sable-Sur-Sarthe
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h28
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6607
  • Lyon Part Dieu
6h 26m 13h 04m 6h 38m INTERCITES
Booking
  • Nantes
    INTERCITES 4402
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saumur
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Vierzon
  • Bourges
  • Nevers
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
6h 44m 11h 30m 4h 46m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TER 57302
  • Ancenis
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Sable-Sur-Sarthe
  • La Suze
  • Le Mans
  • 11 min
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 5332
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 04m 11h 56m 4h 52m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8804
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 51 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6609
  • Lyon Part Dieu
8h 37m 13h 56m 5h 19m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    OUIGO 7624
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 55 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6613
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 04m 14h 56m 5h 52m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 12462 - TGV INOUI 8912
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h42
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6685
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 43m 16h 30m 4h 47m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TER 57312
  • Ancenis
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Sable-Sur-Sarthe
  • Le Mans
  • 15 min
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 5336
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 48m 18h 26m 6h 38m INTERCITES
Booking
  • Nantes
    INTERCITES 4404
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saumur
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Vierzon
  • Bourges
  • Nevers
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 54m 16h 56m 5h 02m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8916 - TGV INOUI 12466
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 56 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6619
  • Lyon Part Dieu
12h 44m 17h 30m 4h 46m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 5306
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saumur
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 04m 18h 56m 5h 52m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8874
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h38
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6687
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 08m 20h 02m 5h 54m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 5480
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Massy Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • 1h17
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9835 - TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9836
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 46m 21h 26m 6h 40m INTERCITES
Booking
  • Nantes
    INTERCITES 4406
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Saumur
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Vierzon
  • Bourges
  • Nevers
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 04m 20h 30m 5h 26m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8922
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 15 min
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TER 62431
  • Versailles Chantiers
  • 21 min
  • Versailles Chantiers
    TGV INOUI 5316
  • Massy - Palaiseau
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 04m 20h 56m 5h 52m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 8922
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h36
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6689 - TGV INOUI 6629
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 04m 21h 30m 4h 26m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nantes
    TGV INOUI 5320
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • Le Mans
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu