One of the newer trains used on most TER services from/to Lyon

How to take the rail journey from Lyon to Dijon

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Lyon to Dijon by train

Heading north Dijon is the closest city to Lyon, but the distance between them is more than 230 kilometers.
So if you can plan in advance and book ahead, taking a TGV can be a good option.
It'll be faster, despite spending most of its journey on conventional tracks, and can be cheaper too.
Though if you'd rather book last minute at the station, taking a slower TER train will be a money saver.

Routes you can take to go from Lyon to Dijon

When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.

Choose one of the following options:
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Route Information

Option 1: taking a TER train service
Travel Time (approx)

2hr 3min (approx)

Frequency

Daily

Travel Info

Mon - Thursday = 10 x trains per day
Friday = 9 x trains
Sat/Sun = 1 x train every other hour


Is the journey from Lyon to Dijon-Ville direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.


Is the journey scenic?
Not particularly,


When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Dijon-Ville from Lyon-Part Dieu on this journey option?


When is the usual approximate latest departure from Lyon-Part Dieu to Dijon-Ville on this journey option


How easy is it to get to the station in Lyon?
Lyon has a Metro and Part-Dieu station is on its line B, Part Dieu is also the main hub of the city's tram network.
See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay by Lyon-Part Dieu.


Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains?
No


How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains?
Up to 3 months in advance.


What are the child ticket terms for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains?
The adult rate is charged for all travellers aged 12 and over.
Children aged 4-11 pay half fare


Does the ticket for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains include assigned seats?
No - See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.


Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains?
No, rail pass users can hop on.


Is catering available on the Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains on this journey option?
No


What else is good to know about French rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in France.

Route Information

Option 2: taking a TGV train service
Travel Time (approx)

1hr 25min - 1hr 40min (approx)

Frequency

Daily

Travel Info

5 x trains per day


Is the journey from Lyon to Dijon-Ville direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.


Is the journey scenic?
Not particularly (only around 25% of the journey is on a high-speed line).


When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Dijon-Ville from Lyon-Part Dieu on this journey option?


When is the usual approximate latest departure from Lyon-Part Dieu to Dijon-Ville on this journey option
Before 18:05 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable


How easy is it to get to the station in Lyon?
Lyon has a Metro and Part-Dieu station is on its line B, Part Dieu is also the main hub of the city's tram network.
See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay by Lyon-Part Dieu.


Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains?
Yes, and they can be purchased from a choice of booking agents - see below.
Click on the 'Good to know info' to access a guide to how rail tickets are managed in France, plus step-by-step guides on how to make a booking.


How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains?
Up to 6 months in advance, but it varies according to when / if SNCF has a promotion in place; see the Ticket Information.


What are the child ticket terms for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains?
The adult rate is charged for all travellers aged 12 and over.
Children aged 4-11 pay half fare


Does the ticket for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains include assigned seats?
Yes - See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train.


Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains?
Yes - See the rail pass guide for France for info on the multiple booking options.


Is catering available on the Lyon to Dijon-Ville trains on this journey option?
Yes, there is a bar/bistro car.
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.


What else is good to know about French rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in France.

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