Rhônexpress Timetable
Lyon Part-Dieu ↔ Airport
Prices, frequency, stops, overnight hours — everything you need to know before taking (or avoiding) the Rhônexpress.
Rhônexpress prices 2026
Current fares. Online purchase at rhonexpress.fr may offer slightly lower prices than buying at the station.
Rhônexpress frequency — Lyon Part-Dieu → Airport
First departure from Part-Dieu: 4:25am. Last departure: midnight. From the airport: first at 5:00am, last at ~00:35.
| Time slot | Frequency | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 04:25–06:00 | Every 30–35 min | Early morning departures |
| 06:00–21:00 | Every 15 min | Daytime — maximum frequency |
| 21:00–00:00 | Every 30 min | Late evening |
| 00:00–04:25 | — no service — | Closed overnight — 4h25 gap |
Indicative timetable. Check rhonexpress.fr for exact schedules and any service disruptions.
Sundays & bank holidays
The Rhônexpress runs 7 days a week, including Sundays and bank holidays, with the same schedule from 4:25am to midnight. The 15-minute daytime frequency is maintained. For disruptions, check rhonexpress.fr/perturbation.
Rhônexpress overnight — no service
From midnight to 4:25am, the Rhônexpress does not run. For flights landing after 11:30pm or departures before 6am, no public transport serves the airport.
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When the Rhônexpress doesn't work for you
The Rhônexpress is excellent in certain situations. In others, a private transfer is the only real option.
Flight before 6am or after midnight
The Rhônexpress doesn't run between midnight and 4:25am. No public transport option for a 6:30am departure.
Departure outside Lyon city centre
From Bron, Saint-Priest, Mions, Décines... you need to reach Part-Dieu before taking the Rhônexpress — at least 2 connections.
2 or more passengers
2 adults on the Rhônexpress = €32 (from Part-Dieu only). TAL = €60 for the entire vehicle, door-to-door. For 2+ passengers, the difference is minimal.
Delayed flight
The Rhônexpress does not track flights. If your plane lands 2 hours late, you take the next tram with no guarantee of late-night frequency.
Midnight – 4:25am · No Rhônexpress service
Early flight or late arrival?
The Rhônexpress is closed for 4 hours 25 minutes every night. If your flight takes off before 7am or lands after 11:30pm, you are outside its operating window. No public transport serves Lyon airport at night.
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FAQ — Rhônexpress Lyon
What are the Rhônexpress timetables? ▾
The Rhônexpress runs every 15 minutes during the day (6am–9pm) and every 30 minutes from 4:25am to 6am and from 9pm to midnight. The first departure from Lyon Part-Dieu is at 4:25am; the last is at midnight. From the airport (LYS), the first departure is at 5:00am and the last at approximately 00:35.
What is the Rhônexpress price in 2026? ▾
Adult single: €16. Adult return: €28 (valid 30 days). Age 12–25 single: €10.50. Under 12: free when accompanied by an adult. Tickets available at Part-Dieu station (Vivier-Merle entrance) or online at rhonexpress.fr.
Does the Rhônexpress run at night? ▾
No. The Rhônexpress does not run between approximately midnight and 4:25am. For flights arriving after 11:30pm or departures before 6am (e.g. a 7am flight means leaving home at 5:15am), no public transport serves the airport. A pre-booked private transfer like TAL is available 24/7.
Does the Rhônexpress run on Sundays and bank holidays? ▾
Yes. The Rhônexpress operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including Sundays and bank holidays, with the same schedule from 4:25am to midnight. The 15-minute frequency during the day is maintained. In case of disruptions or maintenance works, check rhonexpress.fr/perturbation.
What is the first Rhônexpress from Lyon airport? ▾
The first Rhônexpress departure from Lyon Saint-Exupéry airport (LYS) is at 5:00am. The last departure from the airport is around 00:35. If your flight lands after 00:35, you will need an alternative — TAL operates round the clock with a driver waiting for you at arrivals.
Where does the Rhônexpress stop? ▾
The Rhônexpress makes four stops: Lyon Part-Dieu (Vivier-Merle hall, east side), Vaulx-en-Velin — La Soie (connects to metro line A), Meyzieu ZI, and finally Lyon Saint-Exupéry airport (T1/T2/T3). The non-stop journey from Part-Dieu to the airport takes 29 minutes.
What is the difference between the Rhônexpress and a private transfer? ▾
The Rhônexpress departs from a fixed station on a fixed schedule with other passengers. TAL picks you up door-to-door at your address, at the time of your choice, with no connection. Cost: Rhônexpress €16/person (from Part-Dieu only). TAL: €60 for the whole vehicle from Lyon city centre (up to 4 passengers). For 2+ passengers, the price difference is minimal for a door-to-door service.
Are there works on the Rhônexpress line? ▾
Occasionally, maintenance works on the Rhônexpress line lead to replacement coaches between certain stops. Journey times are longer during these periods. Check rhonexpress.fr/perturbation before your trip. If you have a flight at a fixed time, a private transfer eliminates this uncertainty — TAL operates regardless of rail disruptions.
Rhônexpress — everything you need to know
The Rhônexpress is the official express rail service connecting Lyon Saint-Exupéry airport to Lyon city centre. It runs between Lyon Part-Dieu station and the airport in 29 minutes, departing every 15 to 30 minutes depending on the time of day. It is the cheapest option per person from Lyon city centre.
However, the Rhônexpress only serves Lyon Part-Dieu station (and a few intermediate stops), does not run overnight, and does not adapt its schedule to flight delays. For travellers departing from the suburbs, travelling in a group, with large luggage, or at unusual hours, a fixed-price private transfer like TAL is often more practical — and, for 2 or more passengers, more cost-effective.
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