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Travelling from London to Lyon by train
Planning a trip and want to find more information about the journey from London to Lyon by train? Look no further!
Generally, the train from London to Lyon takes 7h 24m to travel the 455 miles (733 km) between these two cities. However, the fastest services can take you to Lyon in just 6h 2m. Firstly, take the Eurostar to Paris and hop on an RER service to Gare de Lyon, where a high-speed TGV train will whisk you down to Lyon.
On the London to Paris route, Eurostar boast a variety of trains, including the re-furbished e300 trains and the super-modern e320 trains. Once on board, enjoy free WiFi, power sockets and three seating classes – Standard, Standard Premier and Business Premier. On the latter, you’ll enjoy plush leather seats and complimentary food. Once you’ve boarded the TGV train, you’ll also find free WiFi, comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage.
After you’ve arrived at Lyon station, you can start exploring the city. Head up to La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière – the hilltop church that sits proudly, overlooking the city. Alternatively, meander through Parc de la Tête d'Or, a serene 19th century park centred around a shimmering lake. For more inspiration, take a look at the best things to do in Lyon.
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London to Lyon by train
It takes an average of 6h 15m to travel from London to Lyon by train, over a distance of around 455 miles (733 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from London to Lyon and tickets for this journey start from £79.30 when you book in advance.
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Cheap train tickets from London 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 London 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.