Amplepuis to Lyon Train

Traveling by train: Amplepuis to Lyon

The average duration of a train journey from Amplepuis to Lyon is 1 hr 26 min. There are approximately 38 trains connecting Amplepuis and Lyon per day. The cheapest train ticket from Amplepuis to Lyon costs around $13.34.

If you're traveling from Amplepuis to Lyon by train, you'll depart from Amplepuis, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes station. This station is connected to Lyon Part Dieu or Lyon-Perrache station. There might not be a direct connection between all the stations in these two locations, but Virail provides you with both direct routes and transfer services that you can take to reach Lyon from Amplepuis. Moreover, remember to arrive 30 minutes before your train departure to ensure optimal boarding conditions.

The transportation is provided by the railway company SNCF, and there are several types of trains you can take, such as TGV INOUI, TER, and Intercités.

• TGV is the French high-speed intercity rail service operated by SNCF. Additionally, SNCF offers TGV INOUI, which provides a standard service with an enhanced customer experience.
• You can access free Wi-Fi service on TER and Intercités trains (only available on new trains), with the Ouifi or Ouifun option on OUIGO, and and depending on the service type you choose, the features of your free Wi-Fi on TGV INOUI trains are more advanced.
• Power outlets are available only on modern or common-usage versions on Intercités and TER trains and customized according to the service you choose on TGV INOUI.
• Except for TER trains, you can choose your seats. However, please note that factors influencing seat selection also impact the price.
• There is no size limit for luggage on TER trains as long as they can be carried individually and fit in the designated luggage spaces on your train. Bicycles can be brought on board for free but without a reservation. There is no weight limit for your luggage on TGV INOUI, but you must be able to carry your luggage yourself and label them. You can also bring your bicycle for an additional fee. In daily Intercités trains with reservations, heavy luggage can be placed in the middle of the wagons, and light luggage can be placed on the seat.
• On TER trains, there is no onboard catering or bar service. However, in Intercités trains, the options vary. Many TGV trains have café cars where you can find snacks or drinks, and on TGV INOUI service, you can order from your seat and have it delivered.

The train between Amplepuis and Lyon is one of the best and most comfortable ways to travel to Lyon. Moreover, the train is one of the most sustainable modes of transportation for your journeys. Once you reach Lyon, numerous different activities await you. The city offers a variety of options for things to do and places to see, ensuring that everyone can enjoy themselves. If you get off at Lyon Part Dieu station, you can head to the Brotteaux neighborhood and have a great meal. From there, you can take a leisurely stroll along the path to Parc de la Tête d'Or, admiring the architecture and enjoying the greenery along the way. You can also grab something to take away from Les Halles de Lyon. If you want to see one of the most popular places in Lyon, head to Place Bellecour, one of the largest open squares in Europe. Admire the statue of Louis XIV at the center and enjoy the views of the city. You can also explore the surrounding shops and cafés. Don't forget to visit the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière and the Fontaine Bartholdi as well!

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