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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Saintes is to rideshare which costs €36 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Saintes is to fly and train which takes 5h 30m and costs €65 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Saintes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at Saintes. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Saintes?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Saintes. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Saintes via Massy Tgv and Angouleme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Lyon to Saintes?

The distance between Lyon and Saintes is 928 km. The road distance is 505.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Saintes without a car is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs €100 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Lyon to Saintes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Saintes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lyon to Saintes train from?

Lyon to Saintes train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Saintes?

The best way to get from Lyon to Saintes is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs €100 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Lyon to Saintes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lyon to Saintes train arrive?

Lyon to Saintes train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Massy Tgv station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Saintes?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Saintes is 505 km. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Lyon to Saintes.

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

Book your Lyon to Saintes train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Saintes?

There are 606+ hotels available in Saintes.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Saintes?

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

Lyon to Saintes - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Lyon to Saintes by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, plane, train, 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 Lyon Part Dieu to Massy TgvTgv
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to AngoulemeTgv
3. Take the train from Angouleme to SaintesTer
7h 15m
€103–344
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Saintes503.6 km
7h 41m
€36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to SaintesN746
9h 35m
€45–70
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)LYS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Saintes
6h 9m
€60–170
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
2. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to SaintesBlaBlaCar Bus
10h 11m
€54–85
Drive 505.4 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Saintes505.4 km
6h 26m
€77–112
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)LYS - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saintes
7h 12m
€69–197
Fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)LYS - LRH
2. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Saintes
5h 30m
€70–310

Lyon to Saintes by train

34Weekly Trains

7h 15mAverage Duration

€103Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 927.6 km
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saintes via Massy Tgv and Angouleme in around 7h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lyon to Saintes 5 times a week. Tickets cost €50–70 and the journey takes 9h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a week.

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