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Book a train ticket Nîmes - Lyon

Train timetable info Nîmes-Lyon

Travel by train from Nîmes to Lyon. 20 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Nîmes at 6h 55m and the last at 20h 19m, allowing you to cover the 235 km distance in as little as 1h 02m. Tickets are available from 10€ (1).

Best prices Nîmes-Lyon

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
today
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 7 July July
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 8
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 9
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 10
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 11
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 12
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 13
16 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 14
29 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 15
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 16
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 17
29 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 18
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 19
18 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 20
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 21
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 22
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 23
19 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 24
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 25
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 26
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 27
38 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Tuesday 28
Wednesday 29
10 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 30
41 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Friday 31
29 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 1st August August
25 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 2
29 € (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 Nîmes Lyon

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

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. If you are flexible with the time and date of your journey, you can get tickets at the lowest prices. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The Nîmes to Lyon journey takes just 2h 01m on average.

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

The journey from Nîmes to Lyon on the fastest train takes 1h 02m.

How many trains run from Nîmes to Lyon each day?

You can choose from 20 trains per day to travel from Nîmes to Lyon.

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

It is possible to travel between Nîmes and Lyon on Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Nîmes and Lyon by train?

The total distance between Nîmes and Lyon by train is approximately 235 km.

What time is the first train from Nîmes to Lyon?

Each day, the first train leaves Nîmes for Lyon at 6h 55m.

What time is the last train from Nîmes to Lyon?

You can also travel later on the last train, leaving Nîmes at 20h 19m.

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

On this page, you will find trains departing from: NIMES CENTRE, NIMES PONT DU GARD.

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

The trains on this page terminate at: LYON PART DIEU, LYON SAINT-EXUPERY TGV.

Which train companies operate trains from Nîmes to Lyon?

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

What services are offered on board?

Travel with OUIGO in peace and comfort. With OUIGO ESSENTIEL, you can enjoy a solo, quiet seat for 7 euros extra. With OUIGO PLUS, you can choose your seat anywhere on the train.

If you travel on INTERCITÉS, you can bring your bicycle on board. Depending on your journey, a paid reservation may be required.

With TGV INOUI, travel worry-free with your luggage. Storage space is provided to make settling on board easier. Oversized luggage? Don’t worry, take advantage of the home delivery option to have your luggage delivered directly to your home without any hassle.

You can travel on TGV Lyria with your bike for free and without making a reservation in the luggage areas. Make sure your bike is folded or the wheels are removed and store your bike in a cover (maximum size of 130 cm x 90 cm).

On board your TGV INOUI Spain, if you have any questions, contact the Franco-Spanish staff who will assist you throughout your journey.

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

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

The price of a Nîmes – Lyon 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 Nîmes to Lyon 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 Nîmes to Lyon.

Price of a Nîmes – Lyon Train Ticket

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

Promotional Fare for Nîmes – Lyon

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Nîmes to Lyon? 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 Nîmes – Lyon Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Nîmes to Lyon. For last-minute train tickets from Nîmes to Lyon, 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 Nîmes to Lyon 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 Nîmes - Lyon. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving Nîmes - Lyon

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

OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Nîmes to Lyon 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 Nîmes to Lyon in advance!

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Classes of rail companies serving Nîmes - Lyon

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

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Nîmes to Lyon. 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.

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

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

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.

    Learn more
  • 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.

    Learn more
  • 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

Train timetables Nîmes-Lyon Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 55m 8h 24m 1h 29m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 9898
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 28m 9h 54m 2h 26m TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76302
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 11 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 79319
  • Avignon Tgv
  • 27 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9583
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 28m 10h 40m 3h 12m TER
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76302
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 08 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 17700
  • Orange
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Montelimar
  • Valence Ville
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Vienne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 32m 10h 54m 1h 22m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 12562 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9862
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 24m 11h 48m 1h 24m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 49m 13h 53m 3h 04m TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76408
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 46 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 79694
  • Avignon Tgv
  • 25 min
  • Avignon Tgv
    TGV INOUI 12566 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9866
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 49m 14h 40m 3h 51m TER
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76408
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 47 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 86184
  • Orange
  • Bollene La Croisiere
  • Pierrelatte
  • Montelimar
  • Valence Ville
  • Tain-L'hermitage - Tournon
  • Saint-Vallier Sur Rhone
  • Saint-Rambert-D'albon
  • Le Peage-De-Roussillon
  • Saint-Clair - Les Roches
  • Vienne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 26m 15h 28m 4h 02m Intercités, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    Intercités 4655
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • 1h08
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV Lyria 9752
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 49m 15h 28m 3h 39m TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 76412
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Beaucaire
  • Tarascon
  • Avignon Centre
  • 47 min
  • Avignon Centre
    TER 79630
  • Avignon Tgv
  • 1h02
  • Avignon Tgv
    TGV Lyria 9752
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 20m 15h 22m 1h 02m OUIGO
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    OUIGO 7860
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
14h 26m 15h 53m 1h 27m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 5500
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 21m 16h 49m 1h 28m TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9864
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 07m 17h 51m 1h 44m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    OUIGO 7872
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • 23 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 9896 - TGV INOUI 12182
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 01m 18h 24m 1h 23m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 34m 18h 51m 1h 17m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 5182
  • Lyon Part Dieu
18h 18m 19h 24m 1h 06m OUIGO
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    OUIGO 7882
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
18h 27m 19h 50m 1h 23m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI 6873
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 48m 21h 38m 1h 50m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TER 86994
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • 22 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 6875
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
20h 18m 21h 38m 1h 20m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 6875
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
20h 19m 22h 03m 1h 44m TGV INOUI Spain, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nimes Centre
    TGV INOUI Spain 9706 - TGV INOUI 12338
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • 21 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6852
  • Lyon Part Dieu