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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuven to Lyon
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
571 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuven to Lyon will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 4 trains that leave Leuven for Lyon every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 571 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leuven to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 571 km
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£97 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £138 Average Price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leuven to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuven to Lyon trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 Leuven | 4h00 | 21:00 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:11 Leuven | 3h49 | 21:00 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 09:06 Leuven | 3h54 | 13:00 Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuven to Lyon
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Trains from Leuven to Lyon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 571 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 571 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 19:00 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCB from Leuven to Lyon trainsTGV INOUI, TGV, SNCB trains will get you between Leuven and Lyon from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leuven to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leuven and Lyon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
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