The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£610
Average price
£610
Fastest journey
11 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Glasgow will cost around £610 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £610.
To travel from Lyon to Glasgow you need to make at least 3 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 38m. 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 £65, and a train costs an average of £470.
Distance: 1292 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£542 Average Price | £196 Average Price | £104 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 12m Average total duration 13h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 29m Average total duration 24h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.9 - 7.7kg 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 Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Glasgow trains for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:50 Lyon | 12h08 | 17:58 Glasgow | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:25 Lyon | 13h48 | 22:13 Glasgow | 3 changes | |
![]() | 19:00 Lyon | 23h06 | 18:06 Glasgow | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Glasgow
Trains from Lyon to Glasgow run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £470 but you can travel from only £65 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 16:00. The fastest train covers the 1292 km distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 1292 km |
Average train duration 13h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £470 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 50m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 16:00 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Lyon to Glasgow trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Glasgow from £65. 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 Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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