How long does the Lyon — Roanne journey take?

The journey takes about 1h05 under normal conditions. In winter or during rush hours, allow up to 1h25.

Can the taxi drop me at the Troisgros restaurant?

Yes, of course! Our drivers know the Maison Troisgros address perfectly (Le Bois sans Feuilles, Ouches). We also offer a return service after your meal.

Is the A89 passable in winter?

Yes, the A89 is well maintained in winter. Our vehicles have snow tyres from November to March to ensure your safety on the higher altitude sections.

Is there a regular taxi service Lyon — Roanne?

TaxiNeo operates Lyon — Roanne transfers daily. Booking 24h in advance is recommended, but last-minute requests are handled where possible.

88 km · 65 min

Taxi Lyon → Roanne

Your Lyon → Roanne transfer at a fixed price of €110 — €145. Direct route via A89, 1h05. Online booking.

88 km65 minFrom 110 — 145 €

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Distance

88 km

Duration

1h05

Estimated price

110 — 145 €

Availability

24/7

Roanne is a destination that attracts both gourmets and industrial heritage enthusiasts. The city owes its international reputation to Maison Troisgros, a triple-starred restaurant for over fifty years, a unique feat in world gastronomy history. But Roanne is also a textile and mechanical engineering city, with an industrial fabric reinventing itself. The taxi from Lyon is the most comfortable way to reach this city, especially since the A89 opened, considerably shortening travel time. TaxiNeo provides this transfer at a guaranteed fixed rate, sparing you the uncertainties of the winding road that once crossed the Monts du Lyonnais. Our professional drivers take you serenely through a landscape of green mid-altitude mountains before descending to the Roanne plain and the Loire banks.

Route

Route Lyon → Roanne

The journey starts in Lyon, from Part-Dieu, Perrache or any other address. The driver reaches the A6 towards Paris via the Fourvière tunnel, then quickly branches onto the A89 towards Clermont-Ferrand/Roanne. The motorway climbs through the Beaujolais hills, offering views of wooded valleys and high meadows. You cross Tarare, former capital of muslin, nestled in a steep valley. After the Col des Sauvages (720m altitude), the landscape opens onto the Roannais hills and the Loire plain is visible in the distance. The descent towards Roanne is gradual with panoramic views of the Madeleine mountains and the Forez. Arrival in Roanne is from the east, with direct access to the city centre and the Le Coteau business zone. Total toll is approximately €7.20, included in the TaxiNeo fare.

Main route: A89 — ~7,20 € (inclus)

Points of interest along the way

A89

Monts du Lyonnais

Tarare

Col des Sauvages

Practical tips

Our tips for Lyon → Roanne

Tips & best practices

Specific tips for the Lyon → Roanne route

The A89 between Lyon and Roanne is a recent and generally fluid route, except on Friday evenings of major departures. The mountainous section between Tarare and the Col des Sauvages may experience winter conditions (snow, fog) from November to March: our vehicles are equipped accordingly. If visiting Troisgros, book your return taxi in advance, especially for dinner, as availability can be limited in rural areas. For business travellers, Roanne has several well-served business zones (Le Coteau, Mably, Riorges). Onboard Wi-Fi lets you work during the one-hour journey. In summer, take advantage of your trip to request a stop at the Loire gorges, accessible from Roanne, a spectacular natural site.

Tolls: ~7,20 € (inclus)

Pricing

Taxi fare Lyon → Roanne

All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.

Day rate

Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm

110 — 145 €

Night rate

7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge

126 — 167 €

Sunday & holidays

All day, 10% surcharge

121 — 160 €

* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.

Transport comparison

How to get from Lyon to Roanne?

Taxi vs alternatives

Detailed comparison of transport options

The TER Lyon — Roanne takes about 1h20 for an €18 ticket, with limited frequency (roughly one train every 2h). There is no direct TGV. BlaBlaCar offers rides between €7 and €11. By car, budget €10 for fuel and €7.20 for tolls, totalling €17.20. The TaxiNeo taxi at €110 — €145 is the most comfortable and flexible solution, with guaranteed door-to-door service. For 3 to 4 passengers, the per-person cost (€28 to €48) is competitive against the train, especially when factoring in last-mile costs.

Sedan (1-4 passengers)

110 — 145 €

Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises

Van (5-7 passengers)

185 €

Ideal for families and groups

Villes desservies

Taxi Lyon Taxi Roanne