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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Lyon
Cheapest price
£370
Average price
£443
Fastest journey
10 h 22 m
Average duration
10 h 33 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
1265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Lyon will cost around £443 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £370.
To travel from Edinburgh to Lyon you need to make at least 3 changes.
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5:3710h45Edinburgh16:22Lyon£3701One-way3 changes- 8:0010h56Edinburgh18:56Lyon£4511One-way3 changes
- 9:0010h22Edinburgh19:22Lyon£4511One-way3 changes
- 10:0010h22Edinburgh20:22Lyon£4511One-way3 changes
- 12:0011h10Edinburgh23:10Lyon£4511One-way3 changes
- 9:0010h22Edinburgh19:22Lyon£4511One-way3 changes
- 10:0010h22Edinburgh20:22Lyon£4511One-way3 changes
- 11:0010h22Edinburgh21:22Lyon£4691One-way3 changes
- 5:3710h45Edinburgh16:22Lyon£3701One-way3 changes
- 8:0010h56Edinburgh18:56Lyon£4511One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a train costs an average of £370.
Distance: 1265 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£437 Average Price | £174 Average Price | £98 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 5m Average total duration 23h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.8 - 7.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Lyon trains for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:20 Edinburgh | 15h36 | 11:56 Lyon | 3 changes | |
| Tuesday 26 May | |||||
| 5:37 Edinburgh | 10h45 | 16:22 Lyon | 3 changes | |
| 8:00 Edinburgh | 10h56 | 18:56 Lyon | 3 changes | |
| 9:00 Edinburgh | 10h22 | 19:22 Lyon | 3 changes | |
| 10:00 Edinburgh | 10h22 | 20:22 Lyon | 3 changes | |
| 11:00 Edinburgh | 10h22 | 21:22 Lyon | 3 changes | |
| 12:00 Edinburgh | 11h10 | 23:10 Lyon | 3 changes | |
| 15:00 Edinburgh | 17h22 | 8:22 Lyon | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Lyon
United Kingdom
France
Trains from Edinburgh to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £370 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 1265 km distance in 10h 18m.
Distance 1265 km |
Average train duration 12h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £370 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 10h 18m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 17:00 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Lyon trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Lyon from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Edinburgh to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
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