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LYS

Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport

Lyon, France

Where to start
Rhônexpress tram to Lyon Part-Dieu, a taxi from the official rank, or Uber/Bolt

Lyon-Saint-Exupéry is about 25 km east of Lyon. The fastest public link is Rhônexpress, a private express tram from the airport's TGV station to Lyon Part-Dieu in about 30 minutes, every 15 to 30 minutes. Rhônexpress needs its own ticket; TCL city tickets are not valid. Follow the terminal signs to the nearest official taxi rank. Uber and Bolt also operate, and TCL bus C200 offers a slower public-bus link.

Ride Options

Rhônexpress

transit

Fast ride to Lyon Part-Dieu

AvailabilityAbout 30 minutes; every 15 to 30 minutes
Pickup NoteFrom the airport TGV station, a short walk from T1 and T2. TCL tickets are not valid.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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TCL Bus C200

transit

Public bus to Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie (metro A, tram T3)

AvailabilityOnly some C200 trips serve the airport: about 1 in 3 on weekdays, 1 in 2 at weekends
Pickup NoteBoard at the airport bus terminal and check that your bus serves the airport.
Convenience
Relative costLower cost
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Taxi

taxi

Door-to-door ride into Lyon or the region

AvailabilityOfficial airport taxi ranks
Pickup NoteFollow the terminal signs to the nearest official taxi rank.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost

Uber

rideshare

App ride into Lyon

AvailabilityOperates at LYS
Pickup NoteFollow the pickup point in your app.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Bolt

rideshare

App ride into Lyon

AvailabilityBolt's own LYS airport page confirms airport rides
Pickup NoteFollow the pickup point in your app.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Welcome Pickups

Pre-booked Transfer

Pre-booked transfer to Lyon or the Alps

AvailabilityLyon Airport transfer — book in advance
Pickup NoteYour driver meets you in the Arrivals Hall with a name sign.
Convenience
Relative costCost varies
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SIXT Ride

Chauffeur

Pre-booked chauffeur transfer

AvailabilityLyon Airport transfer — book in advance
Pickup NoteYour driver meets you on arrival with a name sign.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
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Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Uber and Bolt operate at LYS. Follow the pickup point shown in your app.

Taxi

Follow the terminal signs to the nearest official taxi rank.

Shuttle

Coaches and seasonal ski shuttles leave from the airport bus terminal; follow your booking for the stop.

Transit

Rhônexpress leaves from the airport TGV station for Lyon Part-Dieu, stopping at Meyzieu ZI and Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie. TCL C200 runs from the airport bus terminal to Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie (some trips only). TCL 248 connects with tram T3 at Meyzieu ZI.

Private Transfer

Welcome Pickups and SIXT Ride offer pre-booked transfers with a driver meeting you in Arrivals.

Travel Extras

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Local Tips

  • Rhônexpress reaches Lyon Part-Dieu in about 30 minutes, every 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Buy a Rhônexpress ticket; TCL city tickets are not valid on it.
  • During planned works, Rhônexpress may be replaced by a shuttle bus. Check the airport website before you travel.
  • TCL bus C200 links the airport bus terminal with Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie (metro A and tram T3), but only some C200 trips serve the airport.
  • Follow the terminal signs to the nearest official taxi rank.

Tarmyq local tip

Rhônexpress and the TGV station are a short walk from T1 and T2. Follow the signs for "Gare" or "Rhônexpress".

Frequently asked questions

What is the fastest way from Lyon Airport to the city?

Rhônexpress reaches Lyon Part-Dieu in about 30 minutes. It leaves from the airport TGV station, a short walk from T1 and T2.

Can I use a TCL ticket on Rhônexpress?

No. Rhônexpress is a private line with its own tickets; TCL tickets are not valid.

Is there a public bus from Lyon Airport?

Yes. TCL bus C200 runs to Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie for metro A and tram T3, but only some trips serve the airport. Bus 248 connects with tram T3 at Meyzieu ZI.

Do Uber and Bolt work at Lyon Airport?

Yes. Both operate at LYS; follow the pickup point shown in your app.