Lyon Metro Faces Major Disruptions: Line A Halted, Line B Affected on Monday Afternoon
Lyon, February 3, 2026 – Commuters in Lyon experienced significant travel chaos yesterday afternoon as the city’s public transport network (TCL) reported severe disruptions across its metro lines. Metro Line A was entirely shut down for an extended period, while Line B also faced considerable delays due to separate technical issues. The incidents occurred just before the evening rush hour, impacting hundreds of thousands of daily users.
Total Shutdown on Metro Line A
The most critical disruption began around 4:00 PM yesterday, February 2, 2026, when Metro Line A ceased all operations in both directions. According to TCL, the shutdown was caused by a “breakdown on a metro train.” The service was initially expected to resume by 5:00 PM, a critical time for commuters heading home.
TCL teams were deployed on the ground to assist passengers and direct them towards replacement bus services. These buses were tasked with serving stations between Charpennes Charles Hernu and Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie, attempting to mitigate the impact on affected travelers. The full extent of the delay and the exact time of service resumption on Line A were not immediately clear, leading to widespread frustration among passengers.
Disruptions on Metro Line B
Earlier in the day, starting around 12:30 PM yesterday, Line B of the Lyon Metro also encountered significant problems. This line experienced disruptions due to a “signaling failure.” As a result, metro trains on Line B were terminating at Stade de Gerland, meaning that stations between Gare d’Oullins and Saint-Genis-Laval Hôpital Sud were not being served.
Partial resumption of service on Line B began around 4:15 PM, but TCL warned that “traffic remains irregular.” This meant that despite the partial restart, commuters on Line B still faced unpredictable delays and reduced service frequency, adding to the day’s transport woes.
Impact on Commuters and City Life
The simultaneous disruptions on two major metro lines had a considerable impact on daily life in Lyon. The metro system is a vital artery for the city, and its malfunction during peak hours caused significant delays for those traveling for work, school, or other commitments. The sudden nature of the breakdowns left many scrambling for alternative transport options, including buses, trams, and ride-sharing services, which likely experienced increased demand.
Local authorities and TCL have not yet released a detailed explanation for the root causes of these separate failures or confirmed the total duration of the stoppages. Further investigations are expected to determine the exact circumstances leading to these significant disruptions and to implement measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
The events of yesterday served as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by large urban transport networks and the critical importance of reliable infrastructure for city residents.
Source: actu.fr
