Lyon to Modane by train

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Overview: trains from Lyon to Modane

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lyon to Modane, 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 06:50 View journey
Last train 20:08 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 16m View journey
Distance (km) 151
Trains / day 16 View all
Cheapest journey AU$55.48 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 2m
Train operators 5

Travelling from Lyon to Modane by train

Considering a train trip from Lyon to Modane? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Lyon and Modane: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$55.48, then go to AU$69, if booked a month in advance, and AU$44, if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Lyon and Modane

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 16 trains make this journey of 151 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Lyon is at 08:31 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 20:08.

During the weekend, 06:50 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 17:50 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 25 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Lyon to Modane

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 16 minutes. The total distance travelled is 151 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Lyon to Modane?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 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 Modane

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 Modane city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Lyon to Modane

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

The train route from Lyon to Modane covers 151 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.