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Lyon to Avignon train

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Information about the Lyon to Avignon train

Travel by train from Lyon to Avignon. 31 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lyon at 6h 20m and the last at 20h 40m, allowing you to cover the 202.27 km distance in as little as 0h 52m. Tickets are available from 10€ (1).

Lyon to Avignon train best prices

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
today
25 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Tuesday 6 October October
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 7
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 8
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 9
30 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 10
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 11
17 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 12
17 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 13
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Wednesday 14
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 15
11 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 16
36 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 17
27 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 18
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 19
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 20
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 21
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 22
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 23
36 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 24
27 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 25
44 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 26
29 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 27
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 28
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 29
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 30
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 31
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 1st November November
21 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO

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 from Lyon to Avignon

How much does a train ticket from Lyon to Avignon cost?

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. Keep an eye on the best offers by adding an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Lyon to Avignon take?

On average, allow 2h 10m for a train journey from Lyon to Avignon.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Lyon to Avignon?

The journey from Lyon to Avignon on the fastest train takes 0h 52m.

How many trains run from Lyon to Avignon each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 31 trains that run on the Lyon to Avignon route daily.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lyon and Avignon?

You will find at least one Direct Journey service between Lyon and Avignon.

What is the distance between Lyon and Avignon by train?

By train, about 202.27 km separate Avignon from Lyon.

What time is the first train from Lyon to Avignon?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the Lyon to Avignon train at 6h 20m.

What time is the last train from Lyon to Avignon?

The last train departs Lyon at 20h 40m.

To leave Lyon, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: LYON PART DIEU, LYON SAINT-EXUPERY TGV, LYON JEAN MACE.

At Avignon, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains shown on this page arrive at: AVIGNON CENTRE, AVIGNON TGV.

Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Avignon?

You can complete your journey from Lyon to Avignon on a OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation train.

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on an OUIGO train, you can stay connected during your journey. With the OUIGO ESSENTIEL fare, select a seat with a power socket from 3 euros, and add the OUIFI option for 3 euros to enjoy Wi-Fi on board. These options are included if you choose OUIGO PLUS.

If you choose TGV INOUI, you can travel with your pet, whose ticket is now at a fixed rate of 10 euros. Your pet travels either in a container with a maximum size of 45 x 30 x 25 cm, or on a lead and muzzled. Book your pet’s TGV INOUI ticket at the same time as yours by adding a pet when searching for tickets.

If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.

Planning a train trip from Lyon to Avignon?

Check timetables, compare prices and book directly your train ticket from Lyon to Avignon on SNCF Connect. An easy and simple way to get your train ticket.

How to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Avignon?

There is several methods to save and get a cheaper train ticket:

  • Book in advance on SNCF Connect website; You can easily set up an alert 3 to 6 months before your departure to get the best price.
  • Take a look at our Deals page which offers a selection of the best on-going promotions, low prices and good deals! Who knows? You might find a good deal to travel from Lyon to Avignon.
  • Be flexible on your travel dates and adapt to off-peak times to find a cheaper train ticket. Indeed, note that train tickets during rush hour are the most expensive as well as those issued during school holidays.
  • Get a discount card to benefit from low prices on selected trains from Lyon to Avignon

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Avignon?

The price of a Lyon – Avignon train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Lyon to Avignon thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Avignon.

Price of a Lyon – Avignon Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Avignon, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Lyon to Avignon with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lyon to Avignon at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lyon – Avignon

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Lyon to Avignon? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Lyon – Avignon Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Lyon to Avignon. For last-minute train tickets from Lyon to Avignon, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Lyon to Avignon and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Lyon - Avignon. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Lyon to Avignon?

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

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lyon to Avignon on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lyon to Avignon: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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What travel classes are available on the Lyon to Avignon train?

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

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Lyon to Avignon and choose from a selection of classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones
  • Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

  • Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
  • Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
  • Premium dedicated Customer Service
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

What on-board services are available on the Lyon to Avignon train?

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

TGV INOUI

  • Hold a ticket

    Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.

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  • Travel in comfort

    Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.

  • Travel connected

    Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.

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  • Travel in first class

    With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

  • Travel with a staff that takes care of you

    At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

  • Space for your luggage

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

  • Travel with your bike

    Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!

  • Nursury space for baby's

    Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.

  • Travel with your pet

    Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.

  • Your office at 300 km/h

    On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.

  • To travel further

    Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.

  • A gourmet break?

    We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.

  • New gestures

    Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.

  • Don't queue at the Bistro

    Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.

  • A world of services via the portal

    Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

Lyon to Avignon train schedule for Tuesday 6 October 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 20m 8h 47m 2h 27m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86105
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Livron
  • Loriol
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Avignon Centre
6h 28m 8h 17m 1h 49m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6801
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 34 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79318
  • Avignon Centre
6h 40m 9h 25m 2h 45m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6821
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Connection: 45 min
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76404
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
7h 20m 9h 48m 2h 28m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17701
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Montelimar
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Avignon Centre
8h 06m 9h 48m 1h 42m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6805
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79693
  • Avignon Centre
9h 06m 10h 48m 1h 42m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5102
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 34 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79633
  • Avignon Centre
9h 20m 11h 43m 2h 23m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86171
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Montelimar
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Avignon Centre
9h 58m 12h 49m 2h 51m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86173
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Livron
  • Loriol
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Sorgues - Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
  • Avignon Centre
10h 41m 12h 17m 1h 36m TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9810 - TGV INOUI 12510
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79338
  • Avignon Centre
11h 40m 13h 17m 1h 37m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5332
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 27 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79342
  • Avignon Centre
12h 10m 14h 23m 2h 13m TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9812 - TGV INOUI 6823
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Connection: 15 min
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76414
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
12h 14m 14h 47m 2h 33m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17703
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Montelimar
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Avignon Centre
13h 06m 15h 50m 2h 44m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86179
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Livron
  • Loriol
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Sorgues - Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
  • Avignon Centre
13h 10m 14h 48m 1h 38m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 9877
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 17 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79649
  • Avignon Centre
13h 55m 15h 17m 1h 22m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6813
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 13 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79352
  • Avignon Centre
14h 10m 17h 27m 3h 17m TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9826
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 1h34
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TER 76420
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
14h 20m 17h 49m 3h 29m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86121
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Connection: 58 min
  • Valence Ville
    TER 86581
  • Livron
  • Loriol
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Courthezon
  • Bedarrides
  • Sorgues - Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
  • Avignon Centre
14h 36m 15h 28m 0h 52m OUIGO
Booking
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
    OUIGO 7841
  • Avignon Tgv
15h 45m 18h 18m 2h 33m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Jean Mace
    TER 86183
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Livron
  • Loriol
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Courthezon
  • Bedarrides
  • Sorgues - Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
  • Avignon Centre
16h 20m 18h 47m 2h 27m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86187
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Livron
  • Loriol
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Avignon Centre
17h 06m 18h 48m 1h 42m TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9830
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 34 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79370
  • Avignon Centre
17h 10m 19h 24m 2h 14m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 9879
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76424
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
17h 20m 19h 48m 2h 28m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17705
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Montelimar
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Avignon Centre
17h 45m 20h 27m 2h 42m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Jean Mace
    TER 86189
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Livron
  • Loriol
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Courthezon
  • Bedarrides
  • Sorgues - Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
  • Avignon Centre
18h 06m 19h 44m 1h 38m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5537 - TGV INOUI 12177
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 30 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79376
  • Avignon Centre
18h 10m 20h 25m 2h 15m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6825
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Nimes Centre
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 86994
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
18h 20m 20h 51m 2h 31m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86191
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Livron
  • Loriol
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Avignon Centre
18h 35m 19h 35m 1h 00m OUIGO
Booking
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
    OUIGO 7845
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
19h 20m 21h 45m 2h 25m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86195
  • Vienne
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • Montelimar
  • Donzere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Orange
  • Sorgues - Chateauneuf-Du-Pape
  • Avignon Centre
20h 06m 21h 48m 1h 42m DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9580
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 33 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79386
  • Avignon Centre
20h 40m 22h 17m 1h 37m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5316
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TER 79388
  • Avignon Centre