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Book a train ticket Tours - Lyon

Train timetable info Tours-Lyon

Travel by train from Tours to Lyon. 12 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Tours at 6h 12m and the last at 16h 26m, allowing you to cover the 481 km distance in as little as 3h 18m. Tickets are available from 52€ (1).

Best prices Tours-Lyon

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
today
67 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Tuesday 7 July July
198 € (1) NAVETTE
NAVETTE
Wednesday 8
Thursday 9
56 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Friday 10
70 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 11
70 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 12
70 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 13
Tuesday 14
Wednesday 15
Thursday 16
Friday 17
52 € (1) INTERCITES
The cheapest
INTERCITES
Saturday 18
65 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 19
Monday 20
Tuesday 21
Wednesday 22
Thursday 23
Friday 24
Saturday 25
65 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 26
70 € (1) TER
TER

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 Tours Lyon

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

Travel smart: by booking your train ticket in advance, you can benefit from the best fares. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. 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 Tours to Lyon take?

You should allow an average of 4h 26m to travel by train from Tours to Lyon.

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

The journey from Tours to Lyon on the fastest train takes 3h 18m.

How many trains run from Tours to Lyon each day?

Daily, 12 trains run on the Tours to Lyon journey.

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

You can reach Lyon from Tours via Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Tours and Lyon by train?

Trains running between Tours and Lyon cover a distance of around 481 km.

What time is the first train from Tours to Lyon?

The first train departs from Tours at 6h 12m to take you to Lyon.

What time is the last train from Tours to Lyon?

You can also travel later on the last train, leaving Tours at 16h 26m.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: TOURS.

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 Tours to Lyon?

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

What services are offered on board?

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 make this journey on TGV INOUI, you can travel with your bike for just 10 euros. Select this option when booking. Your bike must be stored in a dedicated space on the train.

If you travel frequently on TER, discover TER subscriptions and enjoy discounts for travel in each region (excluding Île-de-France). Subscribe in just a few clicks via SNCF Connect.

Save time by booking your TRAIN Mobigo ticket (TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté) on SNCF Connect.

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

The price of a Tours – 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 Tours 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 Tours to Lyon.

Price of a Tours – Lyon Train Ticket

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

Promotional Fare for Tours – Lyon

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Tours to Lyon throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Tours – Lyon Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Tours to Lyon. For last-minute train tickets from Tours 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 Tours to Lyon and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Lyon on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Tours - Lyon

If you're travelling from Tours 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 Tours 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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Classes of rail companies serving Tours - Lyon

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

Intercités

Travel from Tours to Lyon on an INTERCITÉS train, the classic long-distance trains, and choose from one of two classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy seats
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wider, more comfy, reclining seats with extra legroom 
    Individual power socket
  • Space to store your luggage

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

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

    Order
  • 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!

Train timetables Tours-Lyon Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 12m 9h 30m 3h 18m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TER 60550
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 09 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 5300
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
6h 42m 10h 56m 4h 14m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TGV INOUI 8306
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Vendome - Villiers-Sur-Loir
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 55 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6607
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 39m 11h 30m 3h 51m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TER 60206
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 11 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 5260
  • Massy Tgv
  • 32 min
  • Massy Tgv
    TGV INOUI 12402 - TGV INOUI 5332
  • Lyon Part Dieu
7h 53m 11h 56m 4h 03m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TGV INOUI 8308
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 53 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6609
  • Lyon Part Dieu
8h 57m 13h 56m 4h 59m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TER 60704
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 11 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 8440
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h35
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6613
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
10h 28m 14h 56m 4h 28m TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 8440
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 06 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 8362
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h08
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6615 - TGV INOUI 6685
  • Lyon Part Dieu
12h 05m 17h 52m 5h 47m TER
Booking
  • Tours
    TER 16840
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Blere - La Croix
  • Chenonceaux
  • Montrichard
  • Saint-Aignan - Noyers
  • Selles-Sur-Cher
  • Gievres
  • Villefranche-Sur-Cher
  • Vierzon
  • Bourges
  • Nevers
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Lozanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
12h 13m 16h 30m 4h 17m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TER 57016
  • Chateau-Du-Loir
  • Ecommoy
  • Le Mans
  • 14 min
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 5336
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 04m 17h 30m 3h 26m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TER 60840
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 18 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 5306
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
15h 41m 19h 54m 4h 13m TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 6378
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 10 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    TGV INOUI 8378
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 52 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6627
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 02m 21h 26m 5h 24m TER, Intercités
Booking
  • Tours
    TER 60226
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • 28 min
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
    Intercités 4406
  • Vierzon
  • Bourges
  • Nevers
  • Moulins-Sur-Allier
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
16h 26m 21h 30m 5h 04m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Tours
    TER 16580
  • Chateau-Du-Loir
  • Ecommoy
  • Le Mans
  • 1h02
  • Le Mans
    TGV INOUI 5338 - TGV INOUI 5320
  • Massy Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu