The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to London
Cheapest price
£253
Average price
£321
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
737 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to London will cost around £321 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £253.
To travel from Lyon to London you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 737 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£227 Average Price | £79 Average Price | £69 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lyon to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to London trains for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6620+ 9051 | 12:50 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 6h49 | 19:39 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6910+ 9047 | 12:50 Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 5h40 | 18:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
9866+ 9153 | 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h00 | 19:00 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
12566+ 9153 | 13:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h00 | 19:00 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6620+ 9051 | 13:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h35 | 19:39 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6622+ 9055 | 13:50 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 6h40 | 20:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6622+ 9055 | 14:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h26 | 20:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6624+ 9059 | 14:50 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 6h40 | 21:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6920+ 9055 | 14:54 Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 5h36 | 20:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6624+ 9059 | 15:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h26 | 21:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6626+ 9063 | 15:50 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 6h40 | 22:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
9868+ 9167 | 16:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h57 | 21:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
9864+ 9167 | 16:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h57 | 21:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6696+ 9063 | 16:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h52 | 22:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6922+ 9063 | 16:54 Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 5h36 | 22:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6644+ 9023 | 05:38 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 6h52 | 12:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6692+ 9023 | 06:34 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h56 | 12:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6608+ 9031 | 06:50 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 7h40 | 14:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6906+ 9023 | 06:54 Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 5h36 | 12:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
12554+ 9133 | 07:27 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h30 | 13:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
9854+ 9133 | 07:27 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h30 | 13:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6614+ 9037 | 09:50 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 6h15 | 16:05 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6908+ 9037 | 09:53 Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 6h12 | 16:05 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
9862+ 9141 | 10:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h57 | 15:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
12562+ 9141 | 10:00 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h57 | 15:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6614+ 9037 | 10:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h01 | 16:05 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6616+ 9039 | 10:16 Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 6h14 | 16:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6616+ 9039 | 10:34 Lyon Part Dieu | 5h56 | 16:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
6694+ 9047 | 12:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h26 | 18:30 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to London
Trains from Lyon to London run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 737 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 737 km |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 20:38 |
Train companies: Eurostar, SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF Intercités, Regionale, SNCF from Lyon to London trainsEurostar, SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF Intercités, Regionale, SNCF trains will get you between Lyon and London from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Eurostar Trains from Lyon to London
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FAQs: Lyon to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and London
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue de Grèce.
- Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport
- Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and services
- Hall 3: connection to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
- Tramway: Rhônexpress
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
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