Skip to main content

Train Saumur Lyon

Book a train ticket Saumur - Lyon

Train timetable info Saumur-Lyon

Travel by train from Saumur to Lyon. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Saumur at 7h 34m and the last at 16h 39m, allowing you to cover the 588 km distance in as little as 3h 40m. Tickets are available from 30€ (1).

Best prices Saumur-Lyon

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 18 May
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20
Thursday 21
Saturday 23 May
45 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 24
30 € (1) INTERCITES
The cheapest
INTERCITES
Monday 25
129 € (1) OUIGO TRAIN CLASSIQUE
OUIGO TRAIN CLASSIQUE
Tuesday 26
39 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Wednesday 27
30 € (1) INTERCITES
The cheapest
INTERCITES
Thursday 28
Friday 29
52 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Saturday 30
52 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 31
132 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 1st June June
45 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Tuesday 2
Wednesday 3
Thursday 4
Friday 5
Saturday 6
Sunday 7
Monday 8
Tuesday 9
Wednesday 10
Thursday 11
Friday 12
Saturday 13
55 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 14

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 Saumur Lyon

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

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. Be the first to know about good deals with alerts from the "Low Prices" section.

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

The Saumur to Lyon journey lasts approximately 5h 23m.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Saumur to Lyon in 3h 40m.

How many trains run from Saumur to Lyon each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 10 trains that run on the Saumur to Lyon route daily.

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

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

What is the distance between Saumur and Lyon by train?

The distance by train between Saumur and Lyon is approximately 588 km.

What time is the first train from Saumur to Lyon?

Need to leave early? The Saumur to Lyon train at 7h 34m is the first of the day.

What time is the last train from Saumur to Lyon?

If you prefer to travel later, the last train departs Saumur at 16h 39m.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: SAUMUR.

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

The trains on this page terminate at: LYON PART DIEU.

Which train companies operate trains from Saumur to Lyon?

Travel on a train operated by Intercités, OUIGO Train Classique, TER, OUIGO, TGV INOUI for your journey from Saumur to Lyon.

What services are offered on board?

Travelling with children? Good news: with OUIGO, child tickets have a fixed fare. Children under 4 travel for free on an accompanying adult’s lap. You can also bring up to 2 pushchairs per journey for free.

With OUIGO Train Classique, travel with your family without breaking the bank: children aged 4 to 12 travel at a reduced fare.

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.

If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.

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

The price of a Saumur – 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 Saumur 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 Saumur to Lyon.

Price of a Saumur – Lyon Train Ticket

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

Promotional Fare for Saumur – Lyon

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 Saumur – Lyon Train

The best way to pay less for your Saumur to Lyon train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Saumur to Lyon, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Saumur to Lyon and alternative routes

For your journey to Lyon, if a direct train is available from Saumur, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Companies serving Saumur - Lyon

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

TER

Travel from Saumur to Lyon 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.

Discover

Classes of rail companies serving Saumur - Lyon

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

TER

Travel from Saumur to Lyon 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 Saumur - Lyon

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Saumur to Lyon 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 Saumur-Lyon Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 34m 13h 04m 5h 30m INTERCITES
Booking
  • Saumur
    INTERCITES 4402
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Vierzon
  • Bourges
  • Nevers
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 49m 12h 56m 5h 07m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Saumur
    OUIGO 4080
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 27 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 8440
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 56 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6611
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 49m 13h 56m 6h 07m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Saumur
    OUIGO 4080
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Les Aubrais
  • Juvisy
  • Paris Austerlitz
  • 1h02
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6613
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 43m 16h 30m 5h 47m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Saumur
    TER 59009
  • Les Rosiers-Sur-Loire
  • La Menitre
  • Saint-Mathurin
  • La Bohalle
  • Trelaze
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • 25 min
  • Angers Saint-Laud
    TGV INOUI 12492 - TGV INOUI 8972
  • Le Mans
  • 1h07
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 5336
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
12h 55m 18h 26m 5h 31m INTERCITES
Booking
  • Saumur
    INTERCITES 4404
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Vierzon
  • Bourges
  • Nevers
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 50m 17h 30m 3h 40m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Saumur
    TGV INOUI 5306
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 57m 19h 54m 5h 57m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Saumur
    OUIGO 4082
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Blois - Chambord
  • Les Aubrais
  • Juvisy
  • Paris Austerlitz
  • 59 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6627
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 08m 20h 56m 5h 48m INTERCITES, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Saumur
    INTERCITES 4502
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • 15 min
  • Angers Saint-Laud
    TGV INOUI 12472 - TGV INOUI 8922
  • Le Mans
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h33
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6689
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 55m 21h 26m 5h 31m INTERCITES
Booking
  • Saumur
    INTERCITES 4406
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Vierzon
  • Bourges
  • Nevers
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 39m 21h 30m 4h 51m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Saumur
    TER 60123
  • Angers Saint-Laud
  • 42 min
  • Angers Saint-Laud
    TGV INOUI 5320
  • Le Mans
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu