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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£369
Average price
£369
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
894 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Birmingham will cost around £369 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £369.
To travel from Lyon to Birmingham you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:495h38Lyon11:27Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes- 8:277h00Lyon15:27Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
- 11:006h27Lyon17:27Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
- 14:005h27Lyon19:27Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
- 17:0016h55Lyon9:55Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
- 14:005h27Lyon19:27Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
- 5:495h38Lyon11:27Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
- 11:006h27Lyon17:27Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
- 8:277h00Lyon15:27Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
- 17:0016h55Lyon9:55Birmingham£3691One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Lyon to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £341.
Distance: 894 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£370 Average Price | £180 Average Price | £86 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 52m Average total duration 18h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Birmingham trains for today, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 Lyon | 15h27 | 10:27 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 16 May | |||||
| 5:49 Lyon | 5h38 | 11:27 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| 8:27 Lyon | 7h00 | 15:27 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| 11:00 Lyon | 6h27 | 17:27 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| 14:00 Lyon | 5h27 | 19:27 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| 17:00 Lyon | 16h55 | 9:55 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Birmingham
France
United Kingdom
Trains from Lyon to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £341 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 894 km distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 894 km |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £341 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 17:00 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lyon to Birmingham trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Birmingham from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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