The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$151
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nice Cote d'Azur Airport for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport on Tue, Dec 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 9 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€118 Average price | €241 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:33 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 7h10 | 1:43 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 9h10 | 5:43 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:33 AM Nice Cote d'Azur Airport | 6h10 | 5:43 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Trains from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€82) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 12:31. The fastest train covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average train duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€82) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 10m |
First train 06:33 |
Last train 12:31 |
FAQs: Trains from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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