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

The cheapest way to get from Carpentras to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €12 - €18 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carpentras to Lyon is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Carpentras and Lyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpentras to Lyon station. However, there are services departing from Allée des Soupirs and arriving at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station via Avignon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Carpentras and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Carpentras to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Carpentras and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Avignon Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Carpentras to Lyon?

The distance between Carpentras and Lyon is 257 km. The road distance is 221.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Carpentras to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €22 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Carpentras to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpentras to Lyon bus from?

Carpentras to Lyon bus services, operated by ZOU! Proximité, depart from Allée des Soupirs station.

Where do I catch the Carpentras to Lyon train from?

Carpentras to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Carpentras station.

Train or bus from Carpentras to Lyon?

The best way to get from Carpentras to Lyon is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €22 - €75. Alternatively, you can line 905 bus and bus, which costs €17 - €23 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Carpentras to Lyon bus arrive?

Carpentras to Lyon bus services, operated by ZOU! Proximité, arrive at PEM Gare Routière station.

Where does the Carpentras to Lyon train arrive?

Carpentras to Lyon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Avignon Tgv station.

Can I drive from Carpentras to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpentras to Lyon is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Carpentras to Lyon.

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

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3606+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Carpentras to Lyon?

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

Carpentras to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 905 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Carpentras to Lyon by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Carpentras to Avignon TgvTer
2. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Lyon Part DieuTgv
2h 23m
€22–71
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Carpentras to Lyon222.5 km
2h 40m
€12–18
Line 905 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Allée des Soupirs to PEM Gare Routière905
2. Take the bus from Avignon to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
4h 32m
€17–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avignon to LyonN1315 / ...
4h 39m
€17–34
Drive 221.4 km
1. Drive from Carpentras to Lyon221.4 km
2h 15m
€35–50

Carpentras to Lyon by train

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Distance: 256.9 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Carpentras to Lyon Part Dieu via Avignon Tgv in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Allée des Soupirs to Lyon, Perrache Bus Station via Avignon in around 4h 32m.

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