All Direct Transfer Routes From Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS)
LYS
29 min
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) is located 28 km east of central Lyon. The Rhônexpress tram-train is the fastest premium connection, departing every 15 minutes from the airport TGV station directly to Lyon Part-Dieu station in under 30 minutes for €16.30 online / €17.40 at station (round-trip €28.50 online). Budget travelers can take direct BlaBlaCar / FlixBus coaches to Part-Dieu or Perrache for €4.99 - €8.00 (35-45 min). Taxis cost €50 - €65.
Terminals & Station Layout
The airport features Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, joined by the Central Place and the magnificent bird-wing TGV train station designed by Santiago Calatrava. The Rhônexpress tram terminal is located inside the TGV station complex.
Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid
Rhônexpress tickets are significantly cheaper when pre-purchased online (€15.20 vs €16.70 at station machines). Taxis to central Lyon cost a regulated ~€50-€65 by day and €65-€80 at night.
Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)
Rhônexpress operates from 04:25 to 00:00 midnight every 15 minutes. For arrivals past midnight, official taxis and Uber are readily available outside the arrivals level.
STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION
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ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP
Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Uber / Bolt & Maps?
Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Uber / Bolt pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.