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Lyon to Barcelona train

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Train timetable info Lyon-Barcelona

Best prices Lyon-Barcelona

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 29 December December
184 € (1) TER
TER
Tuesday 30
159 € (1) TER
TER
Wednesday 31
97 € (1) TER
TER
Thursday 1st January January
97 € (1) TER
TER
Friday 2
135 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Saturday 3
126 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 4
101 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 5
89 € (1) TER
TER
Tuesday 6
84 € (1) TER
TER
Wednesday 7
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Thursday 8
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Friday 9
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Saturday 10
74 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 11
89 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 12
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Tuesday 13
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Wednesday 14
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Thursday 15
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Friday 16
84 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 17
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
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Sunday 18
64 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER

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 Lyon Barcelona

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

To obtain a ticket at the best price, we advise you to book it several months in advance. Get a good deal by selecting the departure date and time with the most advantageous fares. Keep an eye out for the best offers by adding a low price alert.

How long is a train journey from Lyon to Barcelona?

The journey Lyon - Barcelona lasts an average of 7h 00m.

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

The minimum time to travel between Lyon and Barcelona by train is 6h 26m.

How many Lyon - Barcelona trains are there per day?

Every day, 3 trains make the journey Lyon - Barcelona.

What time is the first Lyon - Barcelona train?

The first Lyon - Barcelona train leaves at 8h 06m.

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

The last train leaves Lyon at 14h 20m.

Lyon : from which station will I leave?

This page lists trains that depart from: LYON PART DIEU

Barcelona : at which station will I arrive?

This page provides a list of trains whose arrival station is: BARCELONA-SANTS

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

Travel on an TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles during your trip Lyon - Barcelona.

What services are available on board?

If you travel by TGV INOUI, let yourself be tempted by 1st class. With its rows of 3 seats instead of 4, much more legroom, a wider seat and backrest, the 1st class of your TGV INOUI has been designed for your comfort and serenity.

On board your TGV INOUI to Spain, get in touch directly with the Franco-Spanish agents who will accompany you during your trip.

Take a train from Lyon to Barcelona

The train journey between Lyon and Barcelona is with TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles. Trains generally leave from LYON PART DIEU and arrive at BARCELONA-SANTS.

Journey times vary according to the time you travel, the train you take and if you need to change trains. The shortest journeys take 6h 26m, while the average journey time is 7h 00m.

3 trains on average run every day on the Lyon - Barcelona line. The first train leaves as 8h 06m, and the last at 14h 20m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Lyon - Barcelona train fare varies according to several criteria, such as the date, train time, or the class chosen...

How to buy a cheap Lyon – Barcelona train ticket?

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

Lyon – Barcelona Train Ticket Prices

Depending on the dates of your Lyon to Barcelona 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 Lyon – Barcelona 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 Lyon – Barcelona

Discover the current SNCF Connect deals and subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date with any new promos. You can also enable app notifications to find out as soon as deals are available on our website.

Last-Minute Lyon – Barcelona Trains

Depending on the train company, tickets can be booked several months in advance (up to 9 months in advance for OUIGO, for example). If you are not sure about your dates, you can choose to freeze the price you have found for a certain period, depending on your journey and the train company. Even for last-minute tickets from Lyon – Barcelona, you can find the lowest price by using our train ticket search feature, which lets you see the fares for the next 5 to 7 days at a glance.

Direct Lyon – Barcelona Trains

Certain routes are served by both direct trains and trains with connections. When booking your ticket to Barcelona on SNCF Connect, the words "Direct" or "Connection" are displayed under the schedule for each journey. At this stage, you can also compare prices between direct trains and trips with connections.

Companies serving Lyon - Barcelona

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

TER

Travel from Lyon to Barcelona with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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Classes of rail companies serving Lyon - Barcelona

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

TER

Travel from Lyon to Barcelona by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

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

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

TER

  • Free dedicated bike area

    You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)

  • PRM access

    TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility

  • Refundable up to the day before departure

    All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.

  • Plenty of space for your luggage

    Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

Train timetables Lyon-Barcelona Thursday 25 December 2025
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
8h 06m 14h 32m 6h 26m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6805
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • 1h16
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne 9713
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Beziers
  • Narbonne
  • Perpignan
  • Figueres Vilafant
  • Girona
  • Barcelona-Sants
14h 10m 21h 32m 7h 22m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 12526 - TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9826
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • 2h12
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne 9715
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Beziers
  • Narbonne
  • Perpignan
  • Figueres Vilafant
  • Girona
  • Barcelona-Sants
14h 20m 21h 32m 7h 12m TER, TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86121
  • Vienne
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Valence Ville
  • 55 min
  • Valence Ville
    TER 17582
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • 34 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne 9715
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Beziers
  • Narbonne
  • Perpignan
  • Figueres Vilafant
  • Girona
  • Barcelona-Sants