Lyon to Renens VD by train

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Overview: trains from Lyon to Renens VD

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lyon to Renens VD, 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 06:20 View journey
Last train 20:38 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 57m View journey
Distance (km) 162
Trains / day 12 View all
Cheapest journey AU$86.87 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 39m
Train operators 31

Explore Lyon to Renens VD by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Lyon to Renens VD aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of a train ticket between Lyon and Renens VD

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$86.87. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around AU$83 on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Lyon to Renens VD departure frequency and train timetable

With 12 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 1 hour, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:38 and the last one is at 20:38. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:20, with the last one at 20:38.

Average train travel time and distance from Lyon to Renens VD

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 57 minutes, spanning 162 kilometres in total.

When do tickets between Lyon and Renens VD go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Lyon and Renens VD 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Lyon to Renens VD travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Renens VD.

FAQs about the train journey from Lyon to Renens VD

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

The total journey from Lyon to Renens VD is 162 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.