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

The cheapest way to get from Cannes to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €27 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cannes to Lyon is to fly which takes 3h 35m and costs €80 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Cannes and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cannes to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Gare SNCF Cannes and arriving at Lyon via Antibes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cannes and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cannes and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Cannes to Lyon?

The distance between Cannes and Lyon is 512 km. The road distance is 439.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cannes to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs €45 - €110.

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

The train from Cannes to Lyon Part Dieu takes 3h 58m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cannes to Lyon bus from?

Cannes to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antibes station.

Where do I catch the Cannes to Lyon train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cannes to Lyon?

The best way to get from Cannes to Lyon is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs €45 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 35m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €210 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Cannes to Lyon bus arrive?

Cannes to Lyon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Cannes to Lyon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cannes to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cannes to Lyon is 440 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Cannes to Lyon.

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

Book your Cannes to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3709+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Cannes to Lyon?

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

Cannes to Lyon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cannes to Lyon by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, plane, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Cannes to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
3h 58m
€45–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cannes to Lyonrideshare 441.7 km
5h 13m
€27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Antibes to Lyonbus 749 / ...
7h 35m
€30–47
Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane NCE - LYS
3h 35m
€83–203
Drive 439.7 km
1. Drive from Cannes to Lyoncar 439.7 km
4h 12m
€67–96
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cannes to Marseille St Charlestrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane MRS - LYS
5h 16m
€112–261

Cannes to Lyon by train (TGV)

18Weekly Trains

3h 58mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 512.3 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

TGV inOui operates a train from Cannes to Lyon Part Dieu 3 times a day. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antibes to Lyon twice daily. Tickets cost €28–45 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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