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Train timetable info Lyon-Saumur

Travel by train from Lyon to Saumur. 12 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lyon at 6h 30m and the last at 18h 31m, allowing you to cover the 590 km distance in as little as 3h 35m. Tickets are available from 36€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

5h 26m

Shortest route time

3h 35m

First hour of departure

6h 30m

Last hour of departure

18h 31m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Best prices Lyon-Saumur

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Monday 18 May	Tuesday 19	Wednesday 20	Thursday 21	today 266 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Saturday 23 May 45 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Sunday 24
Monday 25 58 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Tuesday 26 48 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Wednesday 27 36 € (1) INTERCITES The cheapest INTERCITES	Thursday 28 42 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Friday 29 48 € (1) TER TER	Saturday 30 73 € (1) AUTOCAR AUTOCAR	Sunday 31
Monday 1st June June 48 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Tuesday 2 Price available soon	Wednesday 3 Price available soon	Thursday 4 Price available soon	Friday 5 Price available soon	Saturday 6 Price available soon	Sunday 7 Price available soon

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 Saumur

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

We recommend booking your train ticket in advance to make the most of the best offers. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. To be notified of the best offers, you can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The train journey between Lyon and Saumur takes 5h 26m on average.

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

Allow 3h 35m to travel between Lyon and Saumur on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Lyon to Saumur each day?

Each day, 12 trains depart from Lyon to Saumur.

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

There is at least one Direct Journey available between Lyon and Saumur.

What is the distance between Lyon and Saumur by train?

The train journey between Lyon and Saumur, covers around 590 km.

What time is the first train from Lyon to Saumur?

Looking for an early start? Take the Lyon to Saumur train at 6h 30m.

What time is the last train from Lyon to Saumur?

You have until 18h 31m to take the last train.

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

The trains shown on this page depart from: LYON PART DIEU.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: SAUMUR.

Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Saumur?

The Lyon – Saumur route is served by: Intercités, TER, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TGV INOUI Brussels.

What services are offered on board?

If you want more flexibility on your OUIGO trips and to avoid being caught out by unexpected events, choose our "missed train" and "cancellation" options, in partnership with Allianz Travel.

On INTERCITÉS night trains, enjoy a peaceful night! Book your own private compartment: 1st class (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).

If you make this journey on TGV INOUI, you can travel with your bike for just 10 euros. Select this option when booking. Your bike must be stored in a dedicated space on the train.

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.

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

The price of a Lyon – Saumur 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 Saumur 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 Saumur.

Price of a Lyon – Saumur Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Saumur, 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 Saumur with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lyon to Saumur at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lyon – Saumur

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 – Saumur 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 Saumur. For last-minute train tickets from Lyon to Saumur, 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 Saumur and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Saumur 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.

Companies serving Lyon - Saumur

If you're travelling from Lyon to Saumur, 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 Lyon to Saumur 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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TER

Travel from Lyon to Saumur 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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TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lyon to Saumur on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lyon to Saumur: 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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OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Lyon to Saumur with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Lyon to Saumur in advance!

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TGV INOUI Brussels

With TGV INOUI you can enjoy a high-speed, hassle-free trip from Lyon to Saumur! Benefit from free Wi-Fi and numerous other TGV INOUI services during your journey: buffet car for a tasty treat, travel directly from one town center to another...

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Classes of rail companies serving Lyon - Saumur

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

Intercités

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

2^nd Class

Comfy seats
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

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

TER

Travel from Lyon to Saumur 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.

TGV INOUI

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

2^nd Class

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

1^st 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

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Lyon to Saumur. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

Choose and reserve your seat
1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
A piece of additional or XL luggage
OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
Other services are available for an extra cost.

TGV INOUI Brussels

Travel from Lyon to Saumur on board an TGV INOUI Brussels and choose from two travel classes.

2^nd Class

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

1^st Class

Wider, reclining seats with more legroom, an individual power socket, a reading light, and a small table.
Quiet zones
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lyon to Saumur 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.
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.
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!

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.

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.

OUIGO

Exchange your tickets

You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.
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Pet

The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Luggage

Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Text message

Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
Seat with electric socket

Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
Quiet place

For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
Stroller

Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

TGV INOUI Brussels

Travel in the utmost comfort

Electrical outlets, friendly bar ... everything you need for a nice time!
Stay connected while travelling

Free Wifi available onboard
An attentive team

Travel with us and experience top quality service from our team
Travel in first class

Our best seats, just for you
Plenty of space for your suitcases
Travel with your bike
A nursery area for your baby
Travel with your pet
Your office at 300 km/h
To go further
Fancy a snack?
New features
No more need to queue at the bar
Connect to the portal and a whole range of services

Train timetables Lyon-Saumur Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
6h 30m	12h 30m	6h 00m	TGV INOUI, TER	Booking
6h 30m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5380 8h 34m Massy Tgv 9h 29m Le Mans 1h15 10h 44m Le Mans TER 97033 10h 52m Le Mans - Boulevard Lefaucheux 11h 05m Guecelard - Centre-Eglise 11h 12m Cerans-Foulletourte Croissant 11h 16m La Fontaine-Saint-Martin - Le Chene Vert 11h 24m Clermont-Creans - Centre 11h 30m La Fleche 11h 48m Bauge 12h 12m Longue-Jumellles - Les 4 Chemins 12h 20m Vivy 12h 30m Saumur
7h 34m	12h 53m	5h 19m	TGV INOUI, INTERCITES	Booking
7h 34m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 6692 9h 30m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h22 10h 52m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 12467 - TGV INOUI 8917 12h 14m Angers Saint-Laud 19 min 12h 33m Angers Saint-Laud INTERCITES 4404 12h 53m Saumur
8h 38m	14h 37m	5h 59m	OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER	Booking
8h 38m Lyon Part Dieu OUIGO 7802 10h 41m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h43 12h 24m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8303 13h 08m Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir 13h 34m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 13h 45m Tours 10 min 13h 55m Tours TER 63713 14h 09m Cinq-Mars-La-Pile 14h 13m Langeais 14h 25m Port Boulet 14h 37m Saumur
9h 34m	15h 06m	5h 32m	INTERCITES	Booking
9h 34m Lyon Part Dieu INTERCITES 4502 10h 38m Roanne 11h 18m Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses 11h 39m Moulins-Sur-Allier 12h 10m Nevers 13h 11m Bourges 13h 30m Vierzon 14h 31m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 15h 06m Saumur
10h 30m	15h 52m	5h 22m	TGV INOUI, INTERCITES	Booking
10h 30m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5354 12h 33m Massy Tgv 13h 28m Le Mans 14h 09m Angers Saint-Laud 1h22 15h 31m Angers Saint-Laud INTERCITES 4406 15h 52m Saumur
12h 04m	17h 43m	5h 39m	INTERCITES	Booking
12h 04m Lyon Part Dieu INTERCITES 4504 13h 09m Roanne 13h 50m Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses 14h 11m Moulins-Sur-Allier 14h 43m Nevers 15h 44m Bourges 16h 04m Vierzon 17h 05m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 17h 43m Saumur
12h 31m	18h 09m	5h 38m	TGV INOUI, TER	Booking
12h 31m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5382 14h 34m Massy Tgv 15h 28m Le Mans 29 min 15h 57m Le Mans TER 57401 16h 04m Voivres 16h 09m La Suze 16h 16m Noyen 16h 27m Sable-Sur-Sarthe 16h 36m Morannes 16h 43m Etriche - Chateauneuf 16h 47m Tierce 16h 52m Le Vieux Briollay 17h 01m Angers Maitre Ecole 17h 05m Angers Saint-Laud 31 min 17h 36m Angers Saint-Laud TER 60134 17h 40m Trelaze 17h 45m La Bohalle 17h 51m Saint-Mathurin 17h 55m La Menitre 18h 00m Les Rosiers-Sur-Loire 18h 09m Saumur
14h 00m	19h 46m	5h 46m	TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, OUIGO	Booking
14h 00m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5158 - TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9866 15h 46m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy 1h18 17h 04m Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9832 17h 33m Massy Tgv 18h 29m Le Mans 19h 09m Angers Saint-Laud 16 min 19h 25m Angers Saint-Laud OUIGO 4076 19h 46m Saumur
14h 04m	20h 13m	6h 09m	TGV INOUI, TER	Booking
14h 04m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 6620 14h 43m Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv 16h 08m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h03 17h 11m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 8067 18h 10m Le Mans 15 min 18h 25m Le Mans TER 97037 18h 33m Le Mans - Boulevard Lefaucheux 18h 48m Guecelard - Centre-Eglise 18h 55m Cerans-Foulletourte Croissant 18h 59m La Fontaine-Saint-Martin - Le Chene Vert 19h 07m Clermont-Creans - Centre 19h 13m La Fleche 19h 31m Bauge 19h 55m Longue-Jumellles - Les 4 Chemins 20h 03m Vivy 20h 13m Saumur
15h 28m	21h 00m	5h 32m	INTERCITES	Booking
15h 28m Lyon Part Dieu INTERCITES 4506 16h 32m Roanne 17h 11m Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses 17h 32m Moulins-Sur-Allier 18h 02m Nevers 19h 04m Bourges 19h 23m Vierzon 20h 26m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 21h 00m Saumur
16h 30m	21h 00m	4h 30m	TGV INOUI, INTERCITES	Booking
16h 30m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5386 18h 32m Massy Tgv 33 min 19h 05m Massy Tgv TGV INOUI 5240 20h 03m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 26 min 20h 29m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps INTERCITES 4506 21h 00m Saumur
18h 31m	22h 06m	3h 35m	TGV INOUI	Booking
18h 31m Lyon Part Dieu TGV INOUI 5358 20h 31m Massy Tgv 21h 31m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 22h 06m Saumur

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