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22/05/2025
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London to Lyon by train

The journey from London to Lyon by train is 457.96 mi and takes 6 hrs 19 mins. There are 53 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:01 and the last at 16:31. It is possible to travel from London to Lyon by train for as little as £49.03 or as much as £288.25. The best price for this journey is £49.03.

Lowest Price £49.03
Journey Duration 6 hrs 19 mins
Connection per Day 53
Lowest Price £49.03
Highest Price £288.25
First Departure 05:01
Last Departure 16:31
Distance 457.96 mi
Departure London
Arrival Lyon
Carriers Eurostar, TER

London to Lyon Train Times

Departure date
Thursday, 22 May 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Lyon

The cheapest London - Lyon train tickets can be found for as low as £49.03 if you’re lucky, or £214.36 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £530.85.

Find the best day to travel to Lyon by train

When travelling to Lyon by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Eurostar, TER and TGV inOui from London to Lyon
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London to Lyon CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
51.59kg
Bus
55.28kg
Flight
147.4kg
Car
117.92kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Lyon by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Lyon are 51.59kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Lyon? By taking the train between London and Lyon you will save 95.81kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.69kg compared to a bus and 66.33kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from London to Lyon?
A train ticket from London to Lyon is £196.77. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £49.03.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Lyon?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Lyon is £49.03. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Lyon by train?
London to Lyon is 457.96 mi.
How long does the train between London and Lyon take?
London to Lyon is on average 6 hrs 19 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 56 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Lyon?
The train journey from London to Lyon is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Eurostar, TER, TGV inOui and OUIGO.
How many train connections per day go from London to Lyon?
London to Lyon has 53 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Lyon leave?
The earliest train from London to Lyon departs at 05:01. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Lyon depart?
The latest train from London to Lyon departs at 16:31. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Lyon in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £49.03 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Lyon by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Lyon is 4 hrs 56 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Lyon?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Lyon.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Lyon by train?
The train journey from London to Lyon creates 51.59kg of CO2 emissions.