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Train Vichy Lyon

Book a train ticket Vichy - Lyon

Train timetable info Vichy-Lyon

Travel by train from Vichy to Lyon. 7 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Vichy at 6h 35m and the last at 19h 11m, allowing you to cover the 169 km distance in as little as 1h 52m. Tickets are available from 14€ (1).

Best prices Vichy-Lyon

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Monday 18 May
Tuesday 19
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Thursday 21
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30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Saturday 23 May
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Sunday 24
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Monday 25
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Tuesday 26
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Wednesday 27
14 € (1) INTERCITES
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Thursday 28
24 € (1) INTERCITES
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Friday 29
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Saturday 30
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Sunday 31
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Monday 1st June June
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Tuesday 2
34 € (1) INTERCITES
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Wednesday 3
21 € (1) INTERCITES
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Thursday 4
19 € (1) INTERCITES
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Friday 5
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Saturday 6
37 € (1) TER
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Sunday 7
37 € (1) TER
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Monday 8
34 € (1) INTERCITES
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Tuesday 9
Wednesday 10
Thursday 11
34 € (1) INTERCITES
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Friday 12
30 € (1) INTERCITES
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Saturday 13
34 € (1) INTERCITES
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Sunday 14

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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 Vichy Lyon

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

Book your train tickets several months in advance to take advantage of the best fares. Get a great deal by choosing the date and time of departure that offer the most advantageous fares. Stay informed of good deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The Vichy to Lyon journey takes just 1h 58m on average.

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

The fastest train between Vichy and Lyon completes the journey in 1h 52m.

How many trains run from Vichy to Lyon each day?

You can choose from 7 trains per day to travel from Vichy to Lyon.

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

You can reach Lyon from Vichy via Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Vichy and Lyon by train?

The total distance between Vichy and Lyon by train is approximately 169 km.

What time is the first train from Vichy to Lyon?

Take a morning journey on the Vichy to Lyon train departing at 6h 35m.

What time is the last train from Vichy to Lyon?

At the latest, you can depart at 19h 11m on the last train.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: VICHY.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: LYON PART DIEU.

Which train companies operate trains from Vichy to Lyon?

For your journey from Vichy to Lyon, you can travel with Intercités, TER.

What services are offered on board?

If you choose INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy breakfast with various hot or cold drink options, and a pastry. As there is no bar car on INTERCITÉS trains, your breakfast will be served directly at your seat by a host or hostess: there’s no need to get up.

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 Vichy to Lyon?

The price of a Vichy – 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 Vichy 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 Vichy to Lyon.

Price of a Vichy – Lyon Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Vichy to Lyon: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Vichy to Lyon at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Vichy – Lyon

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Vichy 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 Vichy – Lyon Train

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

If you're travelling from Vichy 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 Vichy 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 Vichy - Lyon

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

Intercités

Travel from Vichy 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 Vichy - Lyon

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Vichy 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 Vichy-Lyon Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 35m 8h 35m 2h 00m TER
Booking
  • Vichy
    TER 75700
  • Roanne
  • Tarare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
9h 34m 11h 26m 1h 52m TER
Booking
  • Vichy
    TER 75704
  • Roanne
  • Tarare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
11h 06m 13h 04m 1h 58m TER, INTERCITES
Booking
  • Vichy
    TER 74004
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • 06 min
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
    INTERCITES 4402
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu
12h 34m 14h 26m 1h 52m TER
Booking
  • Vichy
    TER 75708
  • Roanne
  • Tarare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
14h 34m 16h 26m 1h 52m TER
Booking
  • Vichy
    TER 75710
  • Roanne
  • Tarare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
17h 34m 19h 26m 1h 52m TER
Booking
  • Vichy
    TER 75716
  • Roanne
  • Tarare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
19h 11m 21h 26m 2h 15m TER, INTERCITES
Booking
  • Vichy
    TER 73370
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
  • 23 min
  • Saint-Germain-Des-Fosses
    INTERCITES 4406
  • Roanne
  • Lyon Part Dieu