Lyon to La Ciotat by train

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Overview: trains from Lyon to La Ciotat

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lyon to La Ciotat, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:04 View journey
Last train 20:40 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 25m View journey
Distance (km) 285
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey AU$129.94 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 45m
Train operators 10

Explore Lyon to La Ciotat by train

Thinking about travelling from Lyon to La Ciotat by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of train travel from Lyon to La Ciotat

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Lyon to La Ciotat:

  • Cheapest ticket: AU$129.94

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Departure frequency and timetable from Lyon to La Ciotat

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Lyon to La Ciotat:

  • 06:28 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 20:36 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:04 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 20:40 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 14 minutes from Lyon toward La Ciotat.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 32 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Lyon to La Ciotat?

This journey covers a total of 285 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 25 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Lyon to La Ciotat?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Lyon to La Ciotat

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Lyon and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our La Ciotat city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Lyon to La Ciotat

Want to know more about your journey from Lyon to La Ciotat? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Lyon and La Ciotat is 285 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.