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Gare de Lyon
Gare de Lyon is a major Paris rail terminal for high-speed TGV trains toward south-east France, Italy, and Switzerland, known for its historic clock tower and Le Train Bleu restaurant.
About Gare de Lyon
- Departure point for TGV services to Lyon, Marseille, the Alps, and international destinations.
- Connected to Métro lines 1 and 14 and RER A and D for onward travel across Paris.
- The station consigne has limited lockers that can fill during peak travel periods.
- Nearby storage shops toward Bastille accept large suitcases with longer hours.
- Close to the Coulée verte walkway and Bastille for sightseeing between trains.
Gare de Lyon is one of Paris's largest rail terminals, launching TGV services toward Lyon, Marseille, the Alps, and onward to Italy and Switzerland. Because it handles long-distance departures, passengers often arrive well ahead of their trains or reach Paris early with hours before hotel check-in. The station's consigne (left-luggage lockers) sits near the main hall but has finite capacity and can fill during busy periods, with lockers suited to standard cases rather than trunks or several bags at once. Storage shops around Rue de Bercy, Rue de Lyon, and the nearby Bastille area offer flexible, longer-hour alternatives. Leaving luggage close by frees travelers to visit the Coulée verte green walkway, Bastille, or the Latin Quarter before returning for a relaxed, hands-free boarding at the platform.
Traveler services
Luggage storage near Gare de Lyon
- 📍 DistanceSteps from the entrance
- 🧳 Bag ruleThe station consigne (left-luggage lockers) near the main hall has finite capacity and standard-size lockers; bags left unattended in the concourse are removed for security.
- ⚡ BookingOnline, instant
How to get there
Leave via the main hall onto Rue de Bercy or Rue de Lyon and walk 3–5 minutes to nearby storage partners toward Bastille.
Bag policy
The station consigne (left-luggage lockers) near the main hall has finite capacity and standard-size lockers; bags left unattended in the concourse are removed for security.
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- Instant online booking
- Bag protection included
- Price varies by shop
- Some partners keep short hours
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Frequently asked questions
Is there luggage storage at Gare de Lyon?
Yes, Gare de Lyon has a consigne with lockers near the main hall, but they are limited in number and size and can fill at peak times. For guaranteed space or larger bags, a storage shop a few minutes away toward Bastille is a good alternative. Booking online reserves your spot in advance.
Where can I leave bags before a TGV from Gare de Lyon?
Use the station lockers or a nearby luggage-storage partner on Rue de Bercy or Rue de Lyon. Dropping your bags first lets you explore the Bastille area or the Coulée verte, then return with time to find your platform. TGV platforms are assigned shortly before departure, so allow a few minutes.
Can I store large suitcases near Gare de Lyon?
Yes. Independent storage shops near the station accept full-size suitcases that the station lockers may not fit. They charge a flat daily rate per bag shown at booking, making them practical for early arrivals or a day of sightseeing before departure.