The average train between Renens and Lyon takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Renens to Lyon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 6 times a week between Renens and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 7:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Renens is at 2:23 PM which arrives into Lyon at 5:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Genève and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 59m • 2 changes

2h 50m • 2 changes

3h 51m • 2 changes

3h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Renens to Lyon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Renens to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Renens VD station and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu station via Genève station and Bellegarde-sur-Valserine station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Renens to Lyon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Renens VD station.
Renens to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
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The distance between Renens and Lyon is 160.4 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Renens VD to Lyon Part Dieu via Genève and Bellegarde in around 3h 57m.