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Book a train ticket from Lyon to Nice
Book a train ticket from Lyon to Nice
Lyon to Nice train best prices
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(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 Nice
How much does a train ticket from Lyon to Nice cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Lyon to Nice take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Lyon to Nice?
How many trains run from Lyon to Nice each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lyon and Nice?
What is the distance between Lyon and Nice by train?
What time is the first train from Lyon to Nice?
What time is the last train from Lyon to Nice?
To leave Lyon, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Nice, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Nice?
What services are offered on board?
Want to travel with OUIGO but your luggage is larger than a cabin bag, or you need to bring another bag? Don’t worry, simply add the additional or XL luggage option for 5 euros when purchasing your OUIGO ESSENTIEL ticket. If you choose OUIGO PLUS, this option is automatically included in your ticket.
If you travel on TGV INOUI with young children, enjoy the nursery area and its changing table. You can also warm bottles in the bar carriage.
Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.
TGV INOUI will take you from Lyon to Nice.
TGV INOUI is SNCF Voyageurs top-of-the-range train service, for comfy journeys up to 320 km/h to Nice from Lyon. Choose between different ticket classes, and enjoy a host of facilities and services during your journey.
What facilities are available on board my TGV INOUI Lyon - Nice train?
TGV INOUI trains have modern, comfy interiors designed with your well-being in mind, so you will enjoy a relaxing journey from Lyon to Nice. You can stay connected while onboard as each seat comes with a socket and a Wi-Fi connection throughout your entire journey. The seats are also adjustable and equipped with tray tables and reading lights, so you can enjoy a good read or catch up on some work. Our trains also have a nursery area, perfect if you're travelling with a baby.
What luggage can I take on board my Lyon and Nice TGV INOUI?
Your Lyon - Nice TGV INOUI train ticket includes up to 2 pieces of luggage measuring no more than 70 x 90 x 50 cm (suitcase, large rucksack, hiking bag, sports bag) and 1 piece of hand baggage measuring no more than 40 x 30 x 15 cm (backpack, shopping bag, laptop bag). Travelling with baby? You can take your pushchair with you on the train, making sure it is folded (maximum 90 x 130cm) and stored in a dedicated luggage area. Find out more about the baggage policy.
Are food and drinks available on my TGV INOUI Lyon - Nice train?
Feeling peckish? There's a Bar car in the centre of the train. The BAR is a welcoming buffet car that serves dishes created by chefs using vegetarian and organic produce. Perfect for a refreshing drink or tasty meal!
What are the advantages of travelling 1st class on the Lyon to Nice TGV INOUI?
Opt for a 1st class ticket for your Lyon and Nice TGV INOUI train.
For 1st class, you can choose your seat on the train's plan: single seat, side-by-side, two facing seats, or a saloon layout. Enjoy wider, ergonomic seats with adjustable headrests and footrests. The seats come with a tray table, a Wi-Fi connection, a power socket and individual reading light.
How do I get the best deal for my Lyon - Nice TGV INOUI ticket?
By booking your Lyon to Nice TGV INOUI train ticket several months in advance, you'll not only be able to choose your seat but also snap up the best deals. Check out all the train ticket deals (promotional offers, early bird sales, etc), discount cards and season tickets below.
What passes and discounts are available for my Lyon to Nice TGV INOUI?
Looking for low-cost travel between Lyon and Nice? Check out the discount cards and season tickets available for TGV INOUIs.
Discount cards
There are several discount cards, known as "Cartes Avantage" for low-cost travel on TGV INOUI trains. They cost a fixed price of €49, and you just need to choose the card that meets your needs:
- Carte Avantage Jeune, if you are aged between 12 and 27
- Carte Avantage Adulte, if you are aged between 27 and 59
- Carte Avantage Senior, if you are aged 60 or over
If you are a frequent traveller, whether for leisure or business trips, opt for the Carte Liberté, which offers flexible tickets for a fixed fare throughout the year.
Can I travel with my pet on a TGV INOUI?
You can take your pet on the Lyon - Nice TGV INOUI:
- For €7, a small pet can travel in a pet carrier (45 x 30 x 25 cm maximum), or sit on your lap or at your feet.
- For a fixed fare of €7, a larger pet can travel with you if it's muzzled and kept on a lead.
- You can take your guide dog free of charge and without a ticket if it sits at your feet on the train.
Find out more about travelling with a pet.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Nice?
Price of a Lyon – Nice Train Ticket
On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Nice: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Lyon to Nice at the lowest fare.
Promotional Fare for Lyon – Nice
Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.
Last-minute Lyon – Nice Train
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Lyon to Nice ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.
Direct train from Lyon to Nice and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Nice on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.
Which companies operate the train from Lyon to Nice?
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lyon to Nice on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lyon to Nice: 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.
What travel classes are available on the Lyon to Nice train?
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Lyon to Nice 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 Nice train?
TGV INOUI
Which stations does the train from Lyon to Nice depart from and arrive at?
Lyon Part Dieu
Lyon Part Dieu station is located in the district of the same name in the Lyon metropolitan area. Welcoming regional, national and international passengers, it is Lyon's main station and one of the largest French stations in terms of passenger numbers.
At the station, you can visit the vast shopping centre, with more than 200 shops, around forty restaurants and cinemas. Near the station, don't miss Les Halles de Lyon, one of the symbols of local gastronomy with its well-stocked stalls.
Getting to Lyon Part-Dieu station
Lyon Part-Dieu has the advantage of being easy to reach on the metropolitan area's public transport. Fifteen TCL bus lines stop at Gare Part Dieu, as do metro line B and tram lines T1 and T3.
Main connections from Lyon Part-Dieu station
Many rail operators serve Lyon Part-Dieu station, with services both within France and abroad.
On the conventional network, you can take INTERCITÉS trains to Nantes, as well as TER trains running to many towns such as Villefranche-sur-Saône, Mâcon and Dijon, with various destinations also available in the PACA region (Arles, Orange, Vitrolles, Marseille). Regional services include the towns of Roanne, Clermont-Ferrand, Grenoble and Bourgoin-Jallieu.
TGV connections (TGV INOUI and OUIGO) run to various French cities, including Paris, Lille, Marseille, Nice, Montpellier and Perpignan, among others. There are also international services, by TGV to Brussels or Luxembourg.
TER coaches are available to passengers from the nearby bus station. They serve a few towns, such as Grenoble, Saint-Étienne and Annecy, and the Rhône Express shuttle runs between the station and St. Exupéry airport.
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