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Train timetable info Lyon-Tours

Travel by train from Lyon to Tours. 20 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lyon at 6h 30m and the last at 19h 04m, allowing you to cover the 481 km distance in as little as 3h 14m. Tickets are available from 35€ (1).

Best prices Lyon-Tours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 18 May
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20
Thursday 21
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Saturday 23
Sunday 24 May
108 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 25
210 € (1) TER
TER
Tuesday 26
Wednesday 27
Thursday 28
Friday 29
Saturday 30
Sunday 31
Monday 1st June
Tuesday 2
Wednesday 3 June
35 € (1) INTERCITES
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INTERCITES
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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 Tours

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

Travel smart: by booking your train ticket in advance, you can benefit from the best fares. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. Be among the first to know about the best deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

Your train takes you from Lyon to Tours in an average of 4h 49m.

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

The shortest journey between Lyon and Tours takes 3h 14m.

How many trains run from Lyon to Tours each day?

Daily, 20 trains run on the Lyon to Tours journey.

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

You can reach Tours from Lyon via Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Lyon and Tours by train?

The total distance between Lyon and Tours by train is approximately 481 km.

What time is the first train from Lyon to Tours?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the first Lyon to Tours train at 6h 30m.

What time is the last train from Lyon to Tours?

If you prefer a later departure, take the last train leaving Lyon at 19h 04m.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: LYON PART DIEU, LYON PERRACHE.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: TOURS.

Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Tours?

You can complete your journey from Lyon to Tours on a Intercités, TER, TGV INOUI, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, OUIGO, TGV INOUI Brussels train.

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.

Onboard INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy lunch service without leaving your seat, with different meal options to satisfy your taste buds.

If you travel on TGV INOUI, treat yourself to first class. With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, much more legroom, and wider seat and backrest, the first-class seat on your TGV INOUI journey has been designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

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.

If you travel frequently with TRAIN Mobigo (TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté), explore the subscriptions available on SNCF Connect to benefit from reduced fares on your train tickets.

Travel between Lyon and Tours with TGV INOUI

The Lyon - Tours high-speed train is designed with your comfort in mind. Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with your family, TGV INOUI has several classes and a range of onboard services to make your journey even more enjoyable.

Comfort on board the Lyon - Tours TGV INOUI train

Every detail has been thought of on TGV INOUI trains to ensure a comfy trip: adjustable seats, reading lights, folding tables, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi throughout the journey. There are also nursery areas for families with babies, so you can travel with complete peace of mind.

What luggage can I take on board my Lyon and Tours TGV INOUI?

You can take two pieces of carry-on luggage (max. 70 x 90 x 50 cm) and one piece of hand luggage (max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm). You can also take a foldable pushchair (max. 90 x 130 cm) which can be stored in a dedicated space.

TGV INOUI: "1st" class

If you travel in 1st class, you can choose your seat (single, side-by-side, facing, or saloon) and settle down in wider seats with headrests and footrests. Each seat has a foldable table, Wi-Fi connection, a power socket, and an individual reading light.

Travelling with your pet

Pets are welcome on board. Small pets can travel for €7 if they are in a pet carrier (45 x 30 x 25 cm). Muzzled dogs on a lead can also travel for €7. Guide dogs can travel free of charge and do not need a ticket.

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

The price of a Lyon – Tours 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 Tours 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 Tours.

Price of a Lyon – Tours Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Lyon to Tours, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Lyon to Tours, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lyon – Tours

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 – Tours 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 Tours. For last-minute train tickets from Lyon to Tours, 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 Tours 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 - Tours. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving Lyon - Tours

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

TER

Travel from Lyon to Tours 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 - Tours

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

TER

Travel from Lyon to Tours 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 - Tours

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lyon to Tours 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-Tours Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 30m 10h 07m 3h 37m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5351
  • Massy Tgv
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 19 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER 60705
  • Tours
6h 52m 11h 15m 4h 23m TGV INOUI, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6690
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h09
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8445
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 09 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 5437
  • Tours
6h 52m 11h 42m 4h 50m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6690
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 47 min
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60553
  • Les Aubrais
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Amboise
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Tours
7h 34m 13h 00m 5h 26m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6692
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 52 min
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60513
  • Les Aubrais
  • Orleans
  • 11 min
  • Orleans
    TER 60217
  • Meung-Sur-Loire
  • Beaugency
  • Mer
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Amboise
  • Montlouis
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Tours
8h 04m 13h 15m 5h 11m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6608
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 59 min
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60555
  • Les Aubrais
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Amboise
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Tours
8h 15m 14h 23m 6h 08m TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 16848
  • Lozanne
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Nevers
  • Bourges
  • Vierzon
  • Villefranche-Sur-Cher
  • Gievres
  • Selles-Sur-Cher
  • Saint-Aignan - Noyers
  • Montrichard
  • Chenonceaux
  • Blere - La Croix
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Tours
8h 38m 13h 45m 5h 07m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    OUIGO 7802
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h43
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8303
  • Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Tours
9h 04m 13h 27m 4h 23m OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Booking
  • Lyon Perrache
    OUIGO 7818
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • 28 min
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
    TGV INOUI 5224
  • Massy Tgv
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 18 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 5377
  • Tours
9h 34m 14h 44m 5h 10m INTERCITES, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    INTERCITES 4502
  • Roanne
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Nevers
  • Bourges
  • Vierzon
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 08 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER 60557
  • Tours
10h 30m 15h 50m 5h 20m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5354
  • Massy Tgv
  • Le Mans
  • 1h19
  • Le Mans
    TER 16556
  • Ecommoy
  • Chateau-Du-Loir
  • Tours
11h 04m 15h 26m 4h 22m TGV INOUI, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6614
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h10
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8485
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 08 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 5485
  • Tours
12h 04m 17h 28m 5h 24m INTERCITES, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    INTERCITES 4504
  • Roanne
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Nevers
  • Bourges
  • Vierzon
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 18 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 5342
  • Tours
12h 31m 17h 44m 5h 13m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5382
  • Massy Tgv
  • Le Mans
  • 1h16
  • Le Mans
    TER 57021
  • Ecommoy
  • Chateau-Du-Loir
  • Tours
14h 00m 18h 13m 4h 13m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5158 - TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9866
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • 36 min
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
    TGV INOUI 5454
  • Massy Tgv
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 18 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 7455
  • Tours
14h 04m 18h 52m 4h 48m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6620
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h16
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8315
  • Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Tours
15h 38m 19h 47m 4h 09m OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    OUIGO 7804
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 53 min
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8345
  • Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 07 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER 60563
  • Tours
16h 04m 20h 44m 4h 40m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6624
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h17
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8321
  • Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Tours
16h 30m 20h 19m 3h 49m TGV INOUI, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5386
  • Massy Tgv
  • 33 min
  • Massy Tgv
    TGV INOUI 5240
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 11 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 7241
  • Tours
18h 31m 21h 45m 3h 14m TGV INOUI, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Massy Tgv
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 09 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 7359
  • Tours
19h 04m 1h 40m 6h 36m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6630
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 2h28
  • Paris Austerlitz
    TER 60569
  • Les Aubrais
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Onzain - Chaumont-Sur-Loire
  • Amboise
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Tours