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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£579
Average price
£585
Fastest journey
10 h 18 m
Average duration
15 h 29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Edinburgh will cost around £585 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £579.
To travel from Lyon to Edinburgh you need to make at least 3 changes.
5:4910h18Lyon16:07Edinburgh£5791One-way3 changes- 8:2711h39Lyon20:06Edinburgh£5791One-way3 changes
- 11:0011h13Lyon22:13Edinburgh£5791One-way3 changes
- 14:0023h10Lyon13:10Edinburgh£5791One-way3 changes
- 19:0024h08Lyon19:08Edinburgh£5881One-way3 changes
- 5:4910h18Lyon16:07Edinburgh£5791One-way3 changes
- 11:0011h13Lyon22:13Edinburgh£5791One-way3 changes
- 8:2711h39Lyon20:06Edinburgh£5791One-way3 changes
- 17:0021h07Lyon14:07Edinburgh£6021One-way3 changes
- 14:0023h10Lyon13:10Edinburgh£5791One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. 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 £49, and a train costs an average of £579.
Distance: 1265 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£583 Average Price | £184 Average Price | £106 Average Price Cheapest |
15h 7m Average total duration 14h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 23m Average total duration 23h 53m 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
Lyon to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Edinburgh 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 | 20h09 | 15:09 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 16 May | |||||
| 5:49 Lyon | 10h18 | 16:07 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 8:27 Lyon | 11h39 | 20:06 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 11:00 Lyon | 11h13 | 22:13 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 14:00 Lyon | 23h10 | 13:10 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 17:00 Lyon | 21h07 | 14:07 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Edinburgh
France
United Kingdom
Trains from Lyon to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £579 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 1265 km distance in 10h 17m.
Distance 1265 km |
Average train duration 14h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £579 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 17m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 17:00 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lyon to Edinburgh trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Edinburgh from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Lyon to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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