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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Essen

Showing times and prices for 17 Jun

Cheapest price

£64

Average price

£123

Fastest journey

7 h

Average duration

8 h 14 m

Trains per day

Distance

654 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lyon to Essen will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Lyon for Essen 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 654 km distance in an average of 8 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h .

The slowest trains will take 9 h 4 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.

09:049h04

Lyon

18:08Essen

£641One-way

0 changes

09:038h55

Lyon

17:58Essen

£701One-way

0 changes

08:047h58

Lyon

16:02Essen

£1661One-way

0 changes

11:087h00

Lyon

18:08Essen

£1911One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Essen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg.

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£115 Average Price	£49 Average Price Cheapest	£166 Average Price
8h 55m average duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	17h 41m average duration 17h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 16m average duration Fastest 7h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions	2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lyon to Essen

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Germany

Trains from Lyon to Essen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £31

Distance

654 km

Average train duration

8h 25m

Cheapest ticket price

£52

Trains per day

Fastest train

7h 0m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £31

Train providers: TGV, Deutsche Bahn and TGV INOUI trains Lyon to Essen

For as little as £241 you can travel by train from Lyon to Essen with TGV, Deutsche Bahn and TGV INOUI. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

TGV is a high-speed train company based in France with trains to Essen from Lyon. It operates a fleet of modern, high-speed 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 offers different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The TGV also offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Flexi, and Prem's. Onboard facilities include a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for TGV are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Lyon to Essen train.

TGV INOUI is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, and TGV Océane. The Duplex is a double-decker train with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, while the Lyria is a high-speed train that connects France and Switzerland. The Océane is a regional train that connects Paris to the Atlantic coast. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of ticket types, including the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts for travelers who book in advance, and the Carte Jeune, which offers discounts for young travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV INOUI are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France's major cities.

Train information from Lyon to Essen with TGV INOUI:

Average Duration: 7 h 47 min
Cheapest Price: £241
TGV INOUI frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Lyon to Essen train

FAQs: Travel by train from Lyon to Essen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lyon to Essen.

Cheap train tickets from Lyon to Essen can start from as little as £52 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lyon to Essen is £117; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Lyon to Essen is 7 h 26 min to travel the 405 mile long journey, with around there are 3 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lyon to Essen leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lyon to Essen leaves at 22: 25.

There are 3 trains a day from Lyon to Essen which require at least one change with TGV INOUI. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Essen. Take the fast train with TGV INOUI from Lyon to Essen.

For the best Lyon to Essen train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with TGV INOUI. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Essen from Lyon to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 25.

The cheapest month for a train from Lyon to Essen is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Essen including taking a train, coach or flight.