Düsseldorf to Lyon train with Eurostar

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Lyon

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£121
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£134
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
6 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
7 h 21 m
Trains on 02 Nov
11
Distance
625 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Lyon will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £121.

Fast trains

To travel from Düsseldorf to Lyon you need to make at least one change.

  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI6613
    1 change
  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI6615
    1 change
  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI6611
    1 change
  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI6615
    1 change
  • Eurostar9414+SNCF | TGV INOUI6685
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Lyon

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FranceFrance
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 625 km distance in 5h 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
625 km
Average train duration
6h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
5h 51m
First train
0:08
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Düsseldorf to Lyon trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Lyon.

The cost of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Lyon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Lyon covers a distance of 625 km and takes approximately 5h 51m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Düsseldorf to Lyon is 625 km.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Lyon leaves at 0:08.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Lyon departs at 23:55.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Lyon run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Düsseldorf to Lyon.

Live departures

Düsseldorf to Lyon train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Lyon trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Eurostar9438+SNCF | TGV INOUI666510:03 Düsseldorf Hbf
10h32
20:35 Lyon Part Dieu1 change
Eurostar9438+TER1777710:03 Düsseldorf Hbf
10h57
21:00 Lyon Part Dieu1 change
Eurostar9438+TER1777910:03 Düsseldorf Hbf
12h41
22:44 Lyon Part Dieu1 change
Eurostar9450+SNCF | TGV INOUI663311:55 Düsseldorf Hbf
11h15
23:10 Lyon Part Dieu1 change
Eurostar9450+SNCF | TGV INOUI666511:55 Düsseldorf Hbf
8h40
20:35 Lyon Part Dieu1 change
Eurostar9450+SNCF | TGV INOUI662711:55 Düsseldorf Hbf
7h59
19:54 Lyon Part Dieu1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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TGV as well as Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER and more offer trains services from Düsseldorf to Lyon.
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Train companies: Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, TGV from Düsseldorf to Lyon trainsEurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, TGV trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Lyon from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurostar Duration
5h 51m
Cheapest Eurostar Price
£23
Eurostar frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

SNCF | TGV INOUI

About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
5h 57m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£7
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone

TGV

About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TGV Duration
7h 18m
Cheapest TGV Price
£77
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

TER

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TER Duration
9h 4m
Cheapest TER Price
£58
TER frequency
2 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Düsseldorf and Lyon

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Düsseldorf to Lyon.
There is no night train service from Düsseldorf to Lyon.

Complete guide to Lyon

Things to do in Lyon

Discover the best of Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon trip today.

  • Must visit

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon

Leading fine arts museum in a former abbey, with strong collections of painting, sculpture, antiquities and decorative arts in a grand setting.

  • Must visit

Musée des Confluences

Modern museum exploring natural history, science and societies through immersive design and striking architecture at the tip of the Presqu’île.

  • Recommended

Musée Cinéma et Miniature

Museum dedicated to cinema and miniature art, featuring detailed sets, props and displays linked to the Lumière brothers and visual storytelling.

Euro (€)

Moderate for France: hotels and dining are cheaper than Paris, but central stays and bouchons still add up. Public transport is good value.

Average meal costs

Budget
€10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; cafés often just leave small change.

Plan your visit to Lyon

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Lyon.

The train journey from Düsseldorf to Lyon offers a mix of urban and natural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the Rhine Valley, with its rolling hills and vineyards, as well as passing through charming towns before reaching the picturesque regions of eastern France.

FAQs: Düsseldorf to Lyon train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Lyon by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Düsseldorf to Lyon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Lyon.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Lyon

Most Düsseldorf to Lyon trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon-Perrache. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Düsseldorf
Arrival train stations in Lyon

Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Lyon leave from?

Trains from Düsseldorf to Lyon leave from Düsseldorf Hbf. The station is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre at Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf.
Düsseldorf HbfDüsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 49m · £26 · every ~2 min
BusRe49 · 1h 30m · £14 · every ~1 min
62004 · 2h 38m

Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.

Düsseldorf-BilkDüsseldorf-Bilk, Friedrichstr. 145, 40217 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf-Bilk from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf-Bilk is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

BusNe7 · 4m · £3
TramU83, U73, U72, U71 · 4m · £2 · every ~36 min

Düsseldorf-Bilk train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf-Bilk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Zur Pfeffermühle, Pizzeria Da Gino, Rohbau, Grindhouse Homemade Burgers

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City, Günnewig Hotel Esplanade, Novum Hotel Flora, Hotel Niku.

Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalDüsseldorf Flughafen TerminalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS11 · 10m · £2 · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · £5 · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · £4
721 · 26m · £3 · every ~8 min
721 · 34m · £3 · every ~7 min

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.

Train stations for Düsseldorf to Lyon

Check train stations information for Düsseldorf and Lyon, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Lyon is Düsseldorf Hbf, and it arrives at Lyon Part Dieu.

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