What is the cheapest way to get from Nîmes to Lyon?

The cheapest way to get from Nîmes to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €16 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nîmes to Lyon?

The fastest way to get from Nîmes to Lyon is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs €30 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Nîmes and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Nîmes and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nimes and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Nîmes to Lyon?

The distance between Nîmes and Lyon is 264 km. The road distance is 250.3 km.

How do I travel from Nîmes to Lyon without a car?

The best way to get from Nîmes to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs €30 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Nîmes to Lyon?

The train from Nimes to Lyon Part Dieu takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Nîmes to Lyon bus from?

Nîmes to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nîmes to Lyon train from?

Nîmes to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Nimes station.

Train or bus from Nîmes to Lyon?

The best way to get from Nîmes to Lyon is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs €30 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Nîmes to Lyon bus arrive?

Nîmes to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the Nîmes to Lyon train arrive?

Nîmes to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Nîmes to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Nîmes to Lyon is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Nîmes to Lyon.

How do I get a train ticket from Nîmes to Lyon?

Book your Nîmes to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Nîmes to Lyon?

Book your Nîmes to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 4133+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Nîmes to Lyon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nîmes and Lyon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 4 ways to get from Nîmes to Lyon by train (TGV, Renfe), bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nimes to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
1h 23m
€30–90
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Nîmes to Lyonrideshare 250.8 km
3h 6m
€16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 45m
€21–40
Drive 250.3 km
1. Drive from Nîmes to Lyoncar 250.3 km
2h 26m
€39–57

Nîmes to Lyon by train

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Distance: 264 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Nîmes, France and Lyon, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Nimes to Lyon Part Dieu every 2 hours. Tickets cost €55–90 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Renfe Viajeros also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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