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Information about the Sète to Lyon train

Travel by train from Sète to Lyon. 12 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Sète at 5h 14m and the last at 19h 41m, allowing you to cover the 32 km distance in as little as 1h 53m. Tickets are available from 20€ (1).

Sète to Lyon train best prices

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 17 August
Tuesday 18
Wednesday 19
Friday 21 August
62 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Saturday 22
51 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 23
51 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 24
51 € (1) TER
TER
Tuesday 25
47 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 26
41 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 27
51 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 28
51 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 29
61 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 30
51 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 31
45 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Tuesday 1st September September
20 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 2
20 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 3
37 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Friday 4
33 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 5
20 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Sunday 6
44 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 7
20 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 8
20 € (1) TGV INOUI
The cheapest
TGV INOUI
Wednesday 9
Thursday 10
30 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Friday 11
29 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 12

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Sunday 13

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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 from Sète to Lyon

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

Book your train tickets several months in advance to take advantage of the best fares. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. Create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be informed of the best deals in advance.

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

The train journey between Sète and Lyon takes 2h 49m on average.

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

The minimum time to travel by train between Sète and Lyon is 1h 53m.

How many trains run from Sète to Lyon each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 12 trains that run on the Sète to Lyon route daily.

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

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

What is the distance between Sète and Lyon by train?

By train, about 32 km separate Lyon from Sète.

What time is the first train from Sète to Lyon?

Each day, the first train leaves Sète for Lyon at 5h 14m.

What time is the last train from Sète to Lyon?

You can wait until 19h 41m at the latest to take the last Sète to Lyon train.

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

This page lists trains departing from: SETE.

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

This page lists trains arriving at: LYON PART DIEU, LYON SAINT-EXUPERY TGV.

Which train companies operate trains from Sète to Lyon?

Travel on a train operated by OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, Intercités, TGV Lyria for your journey from Sète to Lyon.

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.

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

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.

Thanks to TGV Lyria, small pets can travel in a container with a maximum size of 45 cm x 30 cm x 25 cm, with a ticket at a fixed price of 10 euros. Alternatively, you can travel with your dog on a lead and muzzled for 20 euros. Assistance dogs for disabled or blind passengers can travel free on international journeys.

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 Sète to Lyon?

The price of a Sète – 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 Sète 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 Sète to Lyon.

Price of a Sète – Lyon Train Ticket

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

Promotional Fare for Sète – 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 Sète – Lyon Train

The best way to pay less for your Sète 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 Sète 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 Sète 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 Sète - Lyon. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Sète to Lyon?

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

TER

Travel from Sète 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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What travel classes are available on the Sète to Lyon train?

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

TER

Travel from Sète 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.

What on-board services are available on the Sète to Lyon train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Sète 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.

Sète to Lyon train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 14m 8h 24m 3h 10m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Sete
    TER 76530
  • Frontignan
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Connection: 58 min
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 12188 - TGV INOUI 9898
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 33m 10h 50m 3h 17m TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Sete
    TER 76404
  • Frontignan
  • Vic - Mireval
  • Villeneuve-Les-Maguelone
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Gallargues
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Uchaud
  • Milhaud
  • Saint-Cesaire
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 37 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 12562 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9862
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 40m 11h 48m 2h 08m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Sete
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 46m 15h 28m 5h 42m TER, Intercités, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Sete
    TER 76607
  • Agde
  • Beziers
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Beziers
    Intercités 4655
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Nimes Centre
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Connection: 1h10
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV Lyria 9752
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
13h 08m 15h 50m 2h 42m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Sete
    TER 76108
  • Frontignan
  • Vic - Mireval
  • Villeneuve-Les-Maguelone
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Connection: 23 min
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 5500 - TGV INOUI 12184
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 29m 16h 48m 2h 19m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Sete
    TGV INOUI 6258
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Connection: 24 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9864
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 06m 18h 20m 3h 14m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Sete
    TER 76542
  • Frontignan
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 43 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 54m 18h 50m 2h 56m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Sete
    TER 76420
  • Frontignan
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Baillargues
  • Lunel
  • Vergeze - Codognan
  • Nimes Centre
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Connection: 33 min
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
    TGV INOUI 5182
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 29m 19h 22m 1h 53m OUIGO
Booking
  • Sete
    OUIGO 7882
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Nimes Centre
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
17h 42m 19h 50m 2h 08m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Sete
    TGV INOUI 6873
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
18h 29m 20h 48m 2h 19m TGV INOUI, OUIGO
Booking
  • Sete
    TGV INOUI 12352
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Connection: 25 min
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    OUIGO 7810
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 41m 21h 38m 1h 57m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Sete
    TGV INOUI 6875
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu