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Travelling from Florence to Lyon by train
Looking to travel from Florence to Lyon by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 11 hours 35 minutes to travel from Florence to Lyon by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 12 minutes though. You'll usually find 11 trains per day running along the 344 miles (553 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to Lyon, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Florence to Lyon start from £90.88 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Lyon by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Florence to Lyon by train
It takes an average of 11h 35m to travel from Florence to Lyon by train, over a distance of around 344 miles (553 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Florence to Lyon and tickets for this journey start from £90.88 when you book in advance.
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Cheap train tickets from Florence to Lyon
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Florence to Lyon by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.