Train Saumur Lyon

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Train timetable info Saumur-Lyon

Travel by train from Saumur to Lyon. 11 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).

Number routes per day

Average route time

5h 23m

Shortest route time

3h 40m

First hour of departure

7h 34m

Last hour of departure

16h 39m

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Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Monday 18 May	Tuesday 19	Wednesday 20	Thursday 21	Friday 22	today 45 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Sunday 24 May 30 € (1) INTERCITES The cheapest INTERCITES
Monday 25 84 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Tuesday 26 39 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Wednesday 27	Thursday 28 48 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Friday 29 52 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Saturday 30	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 55 € (1) INTERCITES INTERCITES	Friday 12 Price available soon	Saturday 13 Price available soon	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 11 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, 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.

If you choose INTERCITÉS and feel a little peckish, you can enjoy the snacks and desserts available on board, accompanied by a hot or cold drink.

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.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

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.

Intercités

INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Saumur to Lyon 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 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.

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OUIGO

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

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TGV INOUI

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

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

Intercités

Travel from Saumur to Lyon 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 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.

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Saumur 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.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Saumur to Lyon 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

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.

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.
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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.

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

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.

Train timetables Saumur-Lyon Sunday 24 May 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
7h 34m	13h 04m	5h 30m	INTERCITES	Booking
7h 34m Saumur INTERCITES 4402 8h 08m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 9h 12m Vierzon 9h 33m Bourges 10h 13m Nevers 10h 56m Moulins-Sur-Allier 11h 18m Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses 11h 57m Roanne 13h 04m Lyon Part Dieu
7h 49m	12h 56m	5h 07m	OUIGO, TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 49m Saumur OUIGO 4080 8h 29m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 27 min 8h 56m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps TGV INOUI 8440 10h 04m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 56 min 11h 00m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6611 12h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
7h 49m	13h 56m	6h 07m	OUIGO, TGV INOUI	Booking
7h 49m Saumur OUIGO 4080 8h 29m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 9h 00m Blois - Chambord 9h 31m Les Aubrais 10h 32m Juvisy 10h 48m Paris Austerlitz 1h02 11h 50m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6613 13h 12m Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv 13h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
8h 43m	14h 56m	6h 13m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 43m Saumur TER 60003 9h 04m Angers Saint-Laud 40 min 9h 44m Angers Saint-Laud TGV INOUI 12462 - TGV INOUI 8912 11h 14m Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2 1h48 13h 02m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6685 14h 56m Lyon Part Dieu
10h 43m	16h 30m	5h 47m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 43m Saumur TER 59013 10h 53m Les Rosiers-Sur-Loire 10h 58m La Menitre 11h 02m Saint-Mathurin 11h 07m La Bohalle 11h 12m Trelaze 11h 19m Angers Saint-Laud 25 min 11h 44m Angers Saint-Laud TGV INOUI 8868 12h 23m Le Mans 1h07 13h 30m Le Mans TGV INOUI 5336 14h 24m Massy Tgv 16h 30m Lyon Part Dieu
12h 55m	18h 26m	5h 31m	INTERCITES	Booking
12h 55m Saumur INTERCITES 4404 13h 29m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 14h 34m Vierzon 14h 55m Bourges 15h 36m Nevers 16h 18m Moulins-Sur-Allier 16h 40m Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses 17h 19m Roanne 18h 26m Lyon Part Dieu
13h 50m	17h 30m	3h 40m	TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 50m Saumur TGV INOUI 5306 14h 23m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 15h 24m Massy Tgv 17h 30m Lyon Part Dieu
13h 57m	19h 54m	5h 57m	OUIGO, TGV INOUI	Booking
13h 57m Saumur OUIGO 4082 14h 32m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 15h 02m Blois - Chambord 15h 32m Les Aubrais 16h 33m Juvisy 16h 51m Paris Austerlitz 59 min 17h 50m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 TGV INOUI 6627 19h 10m Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv 19h 54m Lyon Part Dieu
15h 39m	20h 30m	4h 51m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
15h 39m Saumur TER 60115 16h 01m Angers Saint-Laud 19 min 16h 20m Angers Saint-Laud TGV INOUI 5326 17h 03m Le Mans 18h 05m Massy Tgv 20h 30m Lyon Part Dieu
15h 55m	21h 26m	5h 31m	INTERCITES	Booking
15h 55m Saumur INTERCITES 4406 16h 30m Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps 17h 35m Vierzon 17h 54m Bourges 18h 36m Nevers 19h 18m Moulins-Sur-Allier 19h 40m Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses 20h 19m Roanne 21h 26m Lyon Part Dieu
16h 39m	21h 30m	4h 51m	TER, TGV INOUI	Booking
16h 39m Saumur TER 60123 16h 59m Angers Saint-Laud 42 min 17h 41m Angers Saint-Laud TGV INOUI 5320 18h 21m Le Mans 19h 24m Massy Tgv 21h 30m Lyon Part Dieu

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